In the debut of the Inspired by Legends podcast by BYMS, you’ll meet the first guest, a remarkable eSports athlete: Raquel Martinho. As a player for FC Porto in eSports, Raquel not only conquered her place in the competitive world of electronic gaming but also left her mark in the prestigious FC Porto Museum.
Before diving into Raquel’s inspiring journey, it’s essential to understand the distinction between gaming and eSports or electronic sports. While gaming refers to the act of playing video games regularly or casually, eSports involves organized and highly competitive play, either individually or as part of a team.
Throughout the podcast, we’ll explore the highs and lows of her career, the challenges she faced, and the secrets behind her success. Get ready for an exciting and inspiring conversation between Miguel Soares, founder of BYMS, and Raquel Martinho, a true inspiration for all aspiring eSports players or those who dream of pursuing a goal but doubt their capabilities.
Raquel holds a degree in Biology, a master’s in Cellular and Molecular Biology, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Sciences. She has worked as a professor at ICBAS - Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences and as a consultant at Winning, a business management consulting firm. She began competing in 2020, representing FIFA/EA FC, and has played for several renowned teams such as GrowUp eSports, SC Braga, and CD Tondela before joining her current club, FC Porto. She has won 4 national titles, been crowned national women’s champion twice by the Portuguese Football Federation, and won the national team championship once with CD Tondela. She also won the eLiga Portugal Cup with FC Porto. In June 2023, she reached the top 4 while representing Portugal at the FIFAe tournament.
Join us on this journey as we explore the incredible world of eSports through the eyes of a true champion. Her story is not just about victories and trophies but also about dedication, passion, and the relentless pursuit of success in one of today’s most competitive fields.
Inspired by Legends with Raquel Martinho: The Conquest of eSports and the Passion for Football
Full Podcast Transcript
Miguel: If you believe in hugs, if you’re proud of where you come from, and if you think a team is much more than just colors, then this podcast is for you. I’m Miguel Soares, founder of BYMS, and I created this podcast with the mission of finding and celebrating today’s legends.
Today, we have Raquel Martinho with us, an athlete for FC Porto in eSports. Raquel is passionate about biology, holds a PhD in the field, but has recently also dedicated herself to eSports. She is currently a player for FC Porto and has already won multiple national championships. It’s an honor to have you here with us, Raquel. How are you?
Raquel: I’m doing well, Miguel. Thank you so much for the invitation.
Miguel: Oh, no, thank you for being here. Let’s begin. If you could talk to anyone, living or dead, who would you choose?
Raquel: That question is tricky, but the first person that came to mind, honestly, was Beyoncé.
Miguel: Beyoncé?
Raquel: Yes.
Miguel: Interesting. Tell me, what is it about Beyoncé that inspires you or makes you admire her so much?
Raquel: I think what I admire most about Beyoncé is her work ethic and her resilience. As a Black woman in America, I feel like she has always fought and continues to fight for important causes. That’s what I admire most about her. I love her music, and as a woman, she’s just someone I really look up to. That’s why she was literally the first person who came to mind.
Miguel: Yeah, I also really like her music. I wonder if any of her songs have ever been featured in a video game.
Raquel: Honestly, I have no idea. But I’ll be honest, when I play FIFA, I play with the sound off—I don’t listen to the music.
Miguel: Oh, you don’t listen to the music?
Raquel: I play with no sound at all because the music distracts me.
Miguel: Oh, really? I guess you need to focus a lot, especially since you compete in tournaments.
Raquel: Yes, exactly. In in-person tournaments, that’s the only time I hear more sound because of the commentators and the background noise. But music? No, I’m not one of those people who play with music because it distracts me.
Miguel: That’s funny. When I play, I always have music on. I even have some funny memories of songs from when I used to play as a kid. I’m sure a lot of people can relate to associating certain FIFA games with specific songs.
Raquel: Yeah, some people really connect FIFA with certain songs, but I just can’t do it.
Miguel: Yeah, I get that.
Miguel: So, tell me, how did this opportunity to get into eSports come about? Was it something you’ve always loved since childhood, or did the passion develop as you grew older?
Raquel: I’ve always loved gaming since I was little. The first game I ever played was Pokémon.
Miguel: Pokémon?
Raquel: Yeah, I had a Game Boy Color, the pink one.
Miguel: Oh, yeah, I remember that.
Raquel: So, I played Pokémon, and then I kept gaming. I also had a PSP, the PlayStation Portable.
Miguel: Yeah, I had one of those too.
Raquel: And sometimes when people ask me which FIFA I played first, it was actually on the PSP— Fifa 09 Back then, I was pretty decent at it, but when I really got into eSports, it was around October 2019. That’s when I had the financial means to buy my PlayStation 4, and FIFA 20. That was the first Fifa I played seriously, so I started late—I was 26.
Miguel: Wow. You started so late and have already achieved so much.
Raquel: Yeah, I started at 26, and many professional FIFA and eSports players are already retiring by that age because they started playing at 15.
Miguel: Exactly.
Raquel: I started late, but I think I still made it in time. The scene here in Portugal started in 2020. We had a tournament organized by TS Warrior, an eSports organization, which hosted the first women’s tournament. I lost in the first round—I was super nervous, my hands were shaking. But that was my first experience, and it was also how I got into my first eSports team, which still exists today: Grow Up Esports.
GrowUp eSports. From there, I kept climbing. I started as a casual player, but fortunately, the scene began to grow. Then, in 2021, the Federação Portuguesa de Futebol organized the first women’s tournament. I was lucky enough to win it.
After that, I played for Tondela, Braga, Rio Ave and most recently, this season, I’m with Futebol Clube do Porto.
Miguel: That’s amazing. I was also really into video games when I was younger, especially FIFA. I used to play a lot with my friends, but I never had the drive—or maybe I just wasn’t good enough—to go pro. I just played for fun on weekends with my friends.
Miguel: What’s your routine like? Do you train a lot? How do you manage your time?
Raquel: Over the years, my routine has changed depending on what I was doing in my life. When I started playing, I was already in my first year of my PhD. It was always hard to balance. Then I started teaching, and now I’m also working. So, it really depends on what I’m doing and the tournaments I have coming up. I train more when I have tournaments—sometimes 3 or 4 hours a day, even after work. But I try to play at least an hour every day. My coach at FC Porto always says that quality matters more than quantity in training. It’s better to play 2 or 3 good games than to spam 3 hours of gameplay. If you play for too long, you start doing things mechanically, and you’re not really training. So, I try to play at least an hour a day—two games to keep myself sharp. If I take a week off, like during vacation, I feel like I lose my edge. It’s like a football player—they have to train almost every day to stay in shape. Sometimes, if I’m not playing, I watch pro-players’ gameplay to learn new mechanics. For example, I love watching competitive FIFA tournaments. Sometimes, I’ll watch for 2 hours, and then when I play later that day, I’m already better. Just by watching, I absorb things and improve.
Miguel: Exactly. Like in everything in life, we have to focus on people who are better than us to grow. You’ve already explained how you prepare for tournaments, which is when you’re most focused and spend more time on FIFA. Tell me, in these tournaments, do you usually compete individually or as part of a team?
Raquel: At FC Porto, we have 5 members—3 guys and 2 girls. Recently, in January, we had a tournament in Leiria, which FC Porto won. Even though there were two of us, the tournament was individual. For example, I would play against Portimonense and my teammate would play against Farense, in the next round. So, even though we were representing the same club, it was 1v1. This year, the Fifa's competitive mode is only 1v1. But last year, we had 2v2 tournaments, which I miss because it felt more like a team effort. It was more fun, and it required teams to have more players. I hope they bring back 2v2 because it’s more engaging for the audience too.
Miguel: Exactly. Now that you mentioned 2v2, what do you think is the most important trait for success in team play? Communication, maybe?
Raquel: Communication and a sense of responsibility. At FC Porto, we really feel the club we represent, and we have the work ethic to achieve results. When we prepared for the tournament in Leiria, we trained hard, and thankfully, my coach and teammate share the same winning mentality. The most important thing is having that winning mindset but also putting in the work. If you don’t work for it, you won’t win.
Miguel: Exactly, that’s crucial. Do you have any tips for preparing for tournaments, whether it’s 2v2 or individual play? What do you think makes you better—training or watching top players?
Raquel: You have to put in the hours and train, but also watch better players and play against people who are better than you. For example, sometimes I play against a teammate and lose 5-0 in the first few games, but by the tenth game, it’s 2-1. I say this especially to newcomers. Our women’s scene is growing, and we have new players starting out. I always tell them to compete, even in amateur tournaments, to feel the pressure. Talent is important, but mental strength is what separates a good player from a champion. In eSports, if you have a weak mentality, you can lose even if you’re technically superior. That’s why I always emphasize training not just your skills but also your mental toughness.
Get used to feeling the pressure of in-person tournaments. That’s why it’s good to compete in amateur tournaments. Many of them say that when they start, their hands shake—that’s how I felt when I started. Even now, I still feel that anxiety, but it’s something you can work on.
The Raquel who started with shaky hands doesn’t shake anymore. Mental strength is something you develop through practice. You have to train the game, but you also have to work on your mental resilience. Nowadays, some teams even have psychologists, not just coaches, to work on sports psychology.
Miguel: Exactly, I believe it. I completely understand because I still play football. Even after 15 years of playing competitively, I still get that nervous feeling every time I step onto the field.
Raquel: That little chill, yeah.
Miguel: Exactly. And it’s good to feel that.
Raquel: I think it’s one of the best feelings. Knowing you’re here to compete. Some people might wonder why I get so nervous over “just a game,” but it’s never just a game. Even the federation’s slogan is, “It’s never just a game.” They launched that campaign two years ago. Why? Because I think anyone who plays this game feels it’s more than just a game. It’s part of our lives—through the good and bad moments.
Miguel: Exactly. I can see you handle pressure really well.
Raquel: Some days.
Miguel: Well, you wouldn’t be a four-time national champion otherwise. Do you feel fulfilled with your achievements so far? Can you step back and see how far you’ve come and what you still want to achieve?
Raquel: The woman who started playing—well, the girl who started at 26, casually—never imagined reaching where I am now or winning what I’ve won. I’ve won two, three federation titles and, more recently, the Liga Portugal title. At the national level, I’ve fortunately won everything there is to win. Being at FC Porto, the club of my heart, and winning my first team title with them just makes me want to win even more. You can win all the titles you want, but you never get tired of winning. Look at Cristiano Ronaldo, or Pepe —they’ve won the Euros, the Champions League, but they never get tired of wanting to win. If you lose that hunger, you might as well hang up your boots—or in my case, the controller—and call it a day. When you win, it only makes you hungrier for more.
Miguel: Exactly. That’s something I really admire about you—that champion mentality. Like Ronaldo, Pepe, and other players who’ve won almost everything, they still wake up with the same hunger and ambition.
Raquel: Yeah, for example, Cristiano Ronaldo has his qualities and flaws, but his work ethic is incredible. Even now, playing in Saudi Arabia, he’s posting gym photos during his vacation. At 38, he still has that drive. And Pepe, at 41, his performance against Arsenal, the other day—it’s like he has endless energy.
Miguel: True.
Raquel: For most 41-year-olds, Arteta is already a coach. That work ethic and resilience—it’s something you need, especially at the highest level, whether in football or eSports. You have to be resilient because there will be highs and lows. We feel that in eSports too—there are bad seasons and peak moments. The hardest part is maintaining consistency over the years. That’s why our references in FIFA, like Tuga 810, Rasta Artur, and SOMOSNOS, are so impressive. They’ve had their ups and downs but remain consistent and continue to win titles. Resilience and work ethic define them.
Miguel: On an international level, is there a tournament you dream of or feel you could reach? Maybe representing Porto internationally?
Raquel: Fortunately, last year FIFA organized a tournament in Switzerland, the Famer Her Game, a bootcamp they called the “World Cup.” I made it to the Top 4.
Miguel: Amazing!
Raquel: It was a great result. At the time, I was representing Rio Ave. Obviously, I’d love to go abroad again and represent Porto. That’s a dream for me. In that Swiss tournament, I was representing Portugal. I have the jerseys framed on my wall, including the eSports national team jersey, which is specific to eSports. Representing our national team was always a dream of mine. So, Switzerland last June was a huge moment for me. Making the Top 4, even though I didn’t win, was an incredible feeling. I’d love to represent the national team again and, of course, FC Porto, wherever possible.
Miguel: That must be an incredible feeling, representing your country. Do you think that was the peak of your eSports career so far, or do you feel there’s been a higher moment of happiness?
Raquel: As patriotic as I am, honestly, the peak of my career so far was winning the Liga Portugal title in January. I’ve always wanted to win a title. Last year, I lost in the eLiga final against FC Porto, but this year we became back-to-back champions. I told my teammate last year, when she won, “Next year, it’s my turn,” and I won it with her this year. Winning that title with FC Porto was the missing piece for me in Portugal. That moment was definitely the peak for now, but I believe we’ll win more titles.
Miguel: Exactly, that’s fantastic. Do you think there’s still a disparity between men’s and women’s eSports, whether in salaries or conditions?
Raquel: In terms of conditions, not really. Fortunately, since 2020, teams have been investing more, and that investment comes from the federation and the league organizing more tournaments. It’s a cycle. But in terms of salaries, there’s still a gap. Off the top of my head, I only know two or three female players who can make a living from this. But even among male players, maybe 50 can do it, while we’re at 15 or 18. Clubs still don’t invest as much in us because the tournaments, while they exist, don’t have the same prize pools as the men’s. Our tournaments might have a €2,000 prize pool, while theirs have €10,000. It’s completely different. Some male players in Portugal earn €2,000 a month, but that’s the top tier—not everyone. Some earn less than me or nothing at all.
Miguel: It depends on the situation.
Raquel: Exactly. So, even for men, it’s not all roses. But salary-wise, there’s still a gap. Few of us make a living from this—we usually have to balance it with other jobs. But I hope in 10 or 15 years, things will evolve. And I hope I’m still part of it because I don’t see myself quitting anytime soon, as long as I can balance everything. I love competing. Some people leave eSports because they lose that passion. I’ve talked to people who quit, and you can tell they’ve lost that fire. For me, at least for now, I hope to still be here in 5 years to see the evolution.
Miguel: Exactly. You mentioned competitions—have you ever faced prejudice in any tournament? Any stories you’d like to share?
Raquel: In terms of competition, no. The male community here in Portugal is very welcoming. Our women’s tournaments sometimes happen on the same day as theirs, and the atmosphere is great. They support us and enjoy watching our games. Some top players, like Tuga or Rasta, even say they prefer watching our games because they’re more exciting—we don’t rely on meta mechanics or boring plays. They’re super supportive. But the broader FIFA community is male-dominated.
Miguel: Mostly male, yeah.
Raquel: Mostly male. When I started in 2020 and began streaming on Twitch in 2021, I’d get comments like, “Go back to the kitchen,” or “Your place is in the kitchen.” Back then, I wasn’t a top player, but those comments were unnecessary. Online, I’d get insults too. But nowadays, the community has grown. I get comments like, “Good game, bro,” and I’ll say, “I’m not a bro, I’m a girl.” And they’ll respond, “Good game anyway, you play really well—I didn’t know girls played at this level.” Sometimes, they even follow me on Instagram. It’s happened with three or four guys—they recognize I played well, follow me, and start following women’s eSports.
Miguel: That’s really cool.
Raquel: Because they usually assume it’s a guy playing, but when they realize it’s a girl, they respect it. That’s huge. Four or five years ago, that wouldn’t have happened. But FIFA has been opening up. Unfortunately, in games like Valorant of League of Legends, women face a lot of toxicity. But in our scene, things are better. This year, EA included women in FIFA’s Ultimate Team mode, the main online mode. Now, when men play with Alexia Putellas or Megan Rapinoe in the game, they start following them in real life. It creates a good synergy. Even we, as eSports players, feel safer because we see real-life female footballers getting more recognition. For example, I’ll watch Alexia Putellas play for Barcelona today. Including women in the game was one of the best things EA could’ve done. I just hope they’ll add women-only competitions. This year, with the split from FIFA, it’s a transition period, but having mixed competitions—where I could play with my teammate Rasta Artur, for example—would be a great step forward for women’s eSports.
Miguel: That would be amazing.
Raquel: For me, it would be a great way for clubs to invest in us. If there were mixed competitions, they’d need a women’s roster.
Miguel: Exactly. So, by playing and sharing ideas, you feel like you’re contributing to the growth of women’s eSports, at least in Portugal.
Raquel: I think the contribution—it might sound a bit boastful—but when I started in 2020, there were only about 10 of us. Many left, and new players joined. Sometimes, through Instagram, I’d reach out to girls who wanted to play competitively and invite them to our WhatsApp group for female FIFA players in Portugal. Just this year, I’ve brought in a few new players. For me, it’s important because if I don’t help create a safe environment for new players, the scene won’t grow. We have to evolve on our own. We’re women, and there are fewer of us. We have a WhatsApp group for professional female FIFA players in Portugal, and sometimes we invite new players to make them feel welcome. If I just stayed in my corner and did nothing, the scene wouldn’t evolve, and I’d have fewer people to compete against. It’s important because if I don’t contribute, the scene stagnates.
Miguel: Exactly, and I do the same when I receive messages, even outside this area—people who want to start a clothing brand or venture into entrepreneurship. They reach out to me because I also make videos about my journey, and I’m always happy to respond. When I started, unfortunately, I didn’t have anyone to help or advise me either.
Raquel: Same here, exactly.
Miguel: And I often thought about giving up. I don’t know if you have any stories or moments where you felt the same about quitting eSports.
Raquel: Yes, I’ve had those moments. I’ve had my lows, but having a support system around me has always stopped me from giving up.
Miguel: Exactly, that’s it.
Raquel: And when you think about it, making decisions when you’re at your lowest doesn’t make sense.
Miguel: I agree, I agree. But do you feel there was ever a defining moment that made you want to quit? Or was it always small negative things that piled up, and you just thought, “I can overcome this”?
Raquel: No, it was always small negative things. I think the lowest moment was last year when I failed to qualify for the national finals to defend my title. I was a back-to-back national champion, so I’m not used to losing in finals. That was a tough moment. But it was also a wake-up call to realize that I can’t always win. Nowadays, when I lose, I obviously get upset, but after an hour or two, I think, “I need to work harder to win again.” Last year, I didn’t win any titles. I made the Top 4 in Switzerland, which was my best result, but I didn’t win anything. So, in terms of titles, it was my worst year. But...
Miguel: But your performance was incredible—going to Switzerland...
Raquel: Yes, it was good, but my coach at Porto—last year he wasn’t working with me, but I already knew him, and we got along really well—he said, “Raquel, last year you made the Top 4 but didn’t win. That’s not a bad result for me.” And I thought, “You’re right.” Because he said, “What matters are the titles that go to the museum.”
Miguel: True, that’s the reality.
Raquel: And that’s the truth. Just a few days ago, FC Porto inaugurated the eSports section in their museum. The trophies the club has won are there, including the one I brought home. And...
Miguel: The one from Switzerland is missing.
Raquel: Yeah...
Miguel: But that’s how it is. It happens a lot in football too. Teams play well but don’t always win. And people say, “What matters are the three points.”
Raquel: Exactly, what matters is winning and then winning titles. Titles go to the museum—that’s what stays in history. Making the Top 3 or qualifying for the Champions League—that’s what’s remembered. Winning a silver medal is nice, but it stays at home.
Miguel: But only the trophies go in the museum.
Raquel: Yeah, the best medals stay with you.
Miguel: Exactly. Do you feel that the support from the outside is growing now that you’re at Porto and winning titles? How do you see your interaction with fans and your community, especially since you streams na Twitch? Do you have a close relationship with them, or would you like it to be even closer?
Raquel: Actually, FC Porto has a... I get along well with some fans, and at events, they’ve even asked for photos, which I wasn’t used to, honestly. I’ve represented other clubs, but obviously, they’re smaller than FC Porto. At a federation event in December, a fan asked for a photo with me. I wasn’t used to that, so it was a bit surprising. But the interaction with fans is amazing, especially when they recognize you.
Miguel: Exactly.
Raquel: Fans are extremely important, and during tournaments, they’re in the Twitch chat supporting us.
Miguel: That’s incredible.
Raquel: It’s amazing.
Miguel: I feel the same with my videos. Sometimes...
Raquel: And they send messages on Instagram too.
Miguel: That’s incredible. What fills my heart the most is when I receive messages from people saying, “You’re my inspiration. You started young, and I want to start too. I see a lot of myself in your work.” I think that’s what stays with you.
Raquel: I got a message like that just yesterday. I lost a final in an unofficial, more amateur tournament, and a fellow player who represents Farense sent me a message saying, “Raquel, you’re still the best to me. You’re my inspiration.” She’s one of the girls I encouraged to start playing, and she sent that message, and it...
Miguel: Fills your heart.
Raquel: It fills my heart because it shows that the work I’m doing is paying off, and I’m still inspiring her to improve. She’s much younger, and I hope that in a few years, she’ll be at a much higher level.
Miguel: If that girl is watching us right now, what advice would you give her to follow in your footsteps as an eSports athlete? What should she do to reach your level?
Raquel: I already know her, so I know her biggest weakness right now is her mental strength and nerves. I think, above all, you have to work on your mental game. You can be losing 1-0, 2-0, 3-0, but you have to believe you can turn it around. For example, I had a coach in the past who worked with me, and I’d be losing 1-0, 2-0, and think, “I can’t come back.” But my coach last year would say, “Raquel, all it takes is one good attack, two good attacks, and you’re back in it.” And I still remember that during the tournament in Leiria. I conceded a goal in the 90th minute, and we went into extra time. I remembered him saying, “Raquel, just one good attack,” and at the 118th minute, I made that attack and won the title for us. So, I think even when you’re down in a game, you have to believe you can turn it around and stay calm because otherwise, you spiral.
Miguel: Negatively.
Raquel: Especially for newcomers, even in amateur tournaments, they should participate as much as possible to feel the pressure of competition. It might not be official, but feeling that weight of competing is great training for your mental strength—learning to manage the game when you’re winning and turning it around when you’re losing. That’s something you can train.
Miguel: Do you believe that eSports, like football—which is considered the king of sports—has a positive impact on society, or do you think the impact it’s having right now is negative?
Raquel: eSports?
Miguel: Yes.
Raquel: Honestly, I think it’s positive. Earlier, I mentioned the federation’s campaign, “It’s never just a game.” I was invited by the federation to be the face of the women’s side because I was a back-to-back national champion. The slogan “It’s never just a game” and the ads aired on Canal 11, and there were posters. Nowadays, people really recognize that eSports aren’t just a game—they’re very important. Just like football is important to players, eSports like FIFA, Call of Duty and CS are important to us because we live and breathe it. Those who watch Twitch streams or attend live tournaments see how much we feel it. For us, it’s a sport—it’s not just a game. We live it, and it’s our passion, just like football or handball is for others.
Miguel: Exactly. So, I have a question for you: “Football or eSports?” But I already know the answer will be eSports.
Raquel: Which do I prefer?
Miguel: Yes.
Raquel: eSports, FIFA specifically, holds a special place for me, but it’s different. For me, football—I’m an FC Porto fan—the way I live FC Porto isn’t always healthy. But eSports are the same. I see a lot of parallels in how I feel about eSports. When I watch my FC Porto teammates compete, I suffer for them in a way that’s not normal—it’s the same way I cheer for FC Porto in real football. So, for me, football and FIFA converge in a way I can’t separate. They’re both passions.
Miguel: That’s good. Do you feel that eSports, even on bad days, can be a refuge for you? Do you think others also see it as a refuge to feel better and build a strong community? Since you don’t need to be physically together—you can be at home—do you think that’s also a good thing?
Raquel: Yes, many people play FIFA casually as an escape from life. Of course, competitive players think differently because for us, it’s more about training and competition. But sometimes, even for me, training is an escape on a bad day. I’m there for an hour, not thinking about anything else.
Miguel: I have a final question for you: “What would you say to your best friend right now?” Imagine you had to call them right now and say something—what would it be?
Raquel: Honestly, it would be, “Thank you for all the support you’ve given me.”
Miguel: That’s excellent..
Raquel: It applies to everything—eSports, my career, academics. I’ve always been someone who... There are two people who’ve supported me the most.
Miguel: That’s amazing.
Raquel: It’s really, “Thank you for the support you’ve always given me.”
Miguel: I think people sometimes forget to be grateful to those who support them...
Raquel: And family too. I can bring up friends, but my family has always given me incredible support. In everything I do, including eSports. Sometimes, family doesn’t always understand eSports, but nowadays, more parents are starting to understand and support their kids who want to pursue it. That support is extremely important—from both friends and family. If you’re doing something your family doesn’t support...
Miguel: It’s tough.
Raquel: It’s tough, but fortunately, I have that support system. It’s crucial for everything I do in life.
Miguel: That’s the most important thing. Sometimes we start something, and often we fail because we lack that support system. Many people don’t have it, so I’m happy you do. It’s clearly been one of the pillars of your journey so far.
Raquel: Yes, it really has.
Miguel: Raquel, thank you so much for this incredible moment. I’m deeply grateful you came. I’ll definitely never forget this conversation. And to everyone listening, get ready for the next episode of Inspired by Legends.
Big hug!
Throughout this exciting episode of the Inspired by Legends podcast, we explored the world of eSports through the unique perspective of Raquel Martinho. From the values that inspire her to the competitive scene, every moment shared gave us insight into what it means to be a successful eSports athlete. Beyond sharing her journey, Raquel also provided practical tips and advice for those starting their eSports journey.
We tackled important issues, from female inclusion in gaming to salary disparities and gender inequalities that are still visible. Raquel not only faced these challenges but actively worked to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for future competitors.
We’ve revisited the positive impact eSports have on society, including on the lives of individuals. It’s an arena where passion, dedication, and skill come together to create moments of pure emotion and camaraderie.
Let’s be inspired by Raquel Martinho’s words and pursue our dreams with the same determination and courage. May this episode motivate us to embrace challenges despite difficulties and always believe in the transformative power of eSports.
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