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Fabio Borges - Elite FPL Manager


Personal Overview:

  • Name: Fabio Borges

  • Nationality: Portuguese

  • FPL Status: G.O.A.T

  • Top 5K finishes: 8


Introduction:

Fabio Borges has emerged as one of the most distinguished and respected figures in the Fantasy Premier League community. Hailing from Portugal, Fabio's analytical approach, consistent performance, and strategic acumen has positioned him as a benchmark for excellence among FPL managers globally.


FPL Career Highlights:

  • Consistent High Rankings: Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of Fabio's FPL career is his unparalleled consistency. Over multiple seasons, he has maintained top-tier rankings, often finishing within the top 1,000 globally which has allowed him to numerous Fantasy Football Hall of Fame leaderboards.

  • Best Overall Rank (OR): In the 2018/2019 season, Fabio achieved his best finish, securing an impressive OR of 95.

  • Streak of Top Finishes: Fabio has an astounding record of eight consecutive top 5,000 finishes, a testament to his consistent strategy and deep understanding of the game.

  • Average OR: His average overall rank across his FPL career stands as one of the best among seasoned managers, further highlighting his expertise.



Managerial Style and Strategy:

  • Patience and Discipline: Unlike many managers who might make impulsive decisions based on short-term events, Fabio exhibits patience, often sticking with proven assets and avoiding unnecessary hits (point deductions for extra transfers).

  • Adaptive Strategy: While he has a foundational strategy, Fabio is not rigid. He adapts based on the evolving dynamics of the Premier League, such as managerial changes, player injuries, or emerging talents.

  • Minimal Hits: One of Fabio's distinguishing features is his conservative approach to taking hits. He rarely takes point deductions for extra transfers, emphasizing the importance of planning and foresight.


Community Recognition:

  • Interviews and Features: Given his success, you would be forgiven to think that Fabio Borges has capitalised on his successes. But he is famously known to be a very private individual which has added to his mythical status.

  • Respected Figure: Within forums, social media groups, and FPL discussions, Fabio's strategies are highly regarded. Many managers look up to him and often emulate his approach.

Notable Achievements by Season:

  1. 2014/2015: OR - 1,849

  2. 2015/2016: OR - 4,668

  3. 2016/2017: OR - 576

  4. 2017/2018: OR - 2,112

  5. 2018/2019: OR - 95

  6. 2019/2020: OR - 3,815

  7. 2020/2021: OR - 4,342

  8. 2021/2022: OR - 1,028

  9. 2022/2023: OR - 33,717

  10. 2023/2024: OR - 27,066

(Note: The above rankings are indicative based on available data up to 23/4)

Conclusion:

Fabio Borges stands as a paragon of excellence in Fantasy Premier League. His approach, combined with an uncanny ability to adapt effectively to the ever-changing landscape within fantasy football, makes him a source of inspiration for FPL managers worldwide. As the FPL community continues to grow, figures like Fabio have become the benchmark, thus further raising the game's standard.


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