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Father’s day is the one auspicious occasion where children celebrate their fathers for their different roles. While some consider him to be a model, guide, and superhero, the others settle for a friend and protector who stands by them at all moments. Fathers play a crucial role in shaping our lives since birth. They are one reason we learn to walk the right path in life, making us understand the importance of sacrifice. 

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So, on account of father’s day, the entire e-sports industry alongside the Warzone Ace, Nickmercs, paid homage to their fathers, thanking them for everything they have done.  

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Bethesda, Elder Scrolls, and others extend their love to their fathers on Father’s day!

Father’s Day has an interesting story of origin. It was first celebrated in the United States over a mining mishap on July 5, 1908, in West Virginia.

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The mishap had cost hundreds of lives, giving rise to what we call today Father’s Day. Grace Golden, a daughter of a dedicated reverend, was the first person to propose this day to honor the men who lost their lives in this accident. 

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A few years later, Sonna Dodd re-introduced the idea of this day as she wanted to honor her late father, William Smart. Interestingly, Sonara’s father was a civil war veteran who raised her and five other siblings despite being a single parent. As a result, she announced this day at a national level post her education.

Even though different parts of the world celebrate father’s day at different times, the feeling is mutual.

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So, let’s look at how the gaming industry extended their love to their fathers. 

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Nickmercs celebrates father’s day with a short letter!

Out of all the posts, one astounded us, as it couldn’t be more perfect. So, if you’re wondering who this was, it was from Nickmercs. The Warzone ace has never missed a chance to celebrate his family, as seen in his streams. Fans have spotted the streamer talking to his father multiple times and later sharing the conversation with them.

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Now, on Father’s day, Nick uploaded a dedicated Twitter post for him and said, “Takin’ a moment to really appreciate my pops today. His guidance & care has helped me become the man that I am today. There’s a lot of incredible fathers out there. Thank you for teaching & inspiring the next generation to become great. Need more like ya! Happy Father’s Day.”

Apart from that, he also attached two of his wedding photos, featuring his father helping him to dress up. 

What are your thoughts about the tweet from Nick Mercs? How did you celebrate Father’s day? Let us know in the comments below.

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Atharv Phadke is a Senior Olympics Journalist and Content Head for the division at EssentiallySports, known for his in-depth interviews and sweeping features that capture the soul of sport. A former international swimmer boasting over 300 medals, Atharv draws on his competitive roots to fuse journalistic precision with an athlete’s empathy and insight. With a master’s degree in journalism and over five years of on-ground experience, he leads the ES Olympics division with a balance of Newsroom vision and competitive drive.

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