Daigo "The Beast" Umehara is fighting games' most legendary player. His "Evo Moment 37" comeback against Justin Wong in 2004 is the most iconic moment in competitive gaming history. Daigo has competed at the highest level for over two decades, winning six Evo championships across multiple Street Fighter games. Beyond competition, he's become a philosopher of gaming, writing books about competition and mindset. His longevity, consistency, and famous composure under pressure made him a cultural icon. Daigo proved that fighting games could produce legendary athletes.