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No surprises here—T1 and Edward Gaming (EDG) trampled over Group B on their way to the 2021 League of Legends World Championship knockout stage. And a testament to their dominance, China and Korea’s representatives didn’t even need all the games to do it. NA’s 100 Thieves and Japan’s DetonatioN FocusMe (DFM) both knew their tragic fates […]

We don’t get to see a team drop from the upper bracket finals and then ultimately win in any esport. It’s a rare occasion, and it took SEA Dota 2 team T1 everything they had to accomplish this feat. T1 proved this weekend that they deserve the title of the top Southeast Asia team going into The […]

It’s Pride Month, and it’s a time for celebration for the LGBTQ+ community. Pride Month isn’t something that only the LGBTQ+ community celebrates, though. Allies are also encouraged to celebrate it to show their support and solidarity with the marginalized and often discriminated community. Brands and companies show their solidarity, too, though some may be […]

T1 revealed its bid for competitive Overwatch earlier today. The stacked new lineup features seven talented OW players as well as seasoned veterans in the coaching staff. T1 plans to field its new team in the upcoming season of Overwatch Contenders Korea. Activating the agents T1 오버워치 컨텐더스 팀에 새롭게 합류한 "ZEST" 김현우, "Belosrea" 황규태, […]

T1, as an organization, went through many challenges following its decision to overhaul its staff in the wake of Worlds 2020. T1 is back to reveal the final four coaches that will be joining its League of Legends team for the 2021 season. Undoubtedly, the organization looks to regain its complete domination over South Korea […]

People can’t compete forever. This is true even for traditional sports but it hurts a little more seeing professionals you’ve grown up with hang up their mantle. Esports, in general, has had many players enter retirement due to a number of circumstances but for me as someone who formally followed esports in 2014, a lot […]

Controversial Twitch streamer and journalist Richard Lewis condemned T1 and other esports organizations for their poor management of the community. He published a video on Dexerto’s YouTube channel expressing his disgust on how T1 responded from the community’s homophobic and racial slurs directed on Nick “LS” De Cesare, after rumors started circulating that he will serve […]

Recent changes in T1’s coaching staff was received with mixed emotions by T1 fans. Now, T1 seems to be earning the good graces of their fans again. By acquiring Keria, T1 may have just solidified the strongest bottom lane in the LCK. The new support replaces T1’s Choi “Kuri” Won-yeong, who played with the team […]

It’s become increasingly easy to convince parents about the financial potential of playing video games. It’s no longer a massive time sink, hundreds of esports pros have proven that it’s more than a viable career option. Esports titles continue to grow each year and along the way, several players have reached previously unfathomable heights. The […]

T1 unveils new coaches, introducing Lee “Zefa” Jae-min and Yang “Daeny” Dae-in as their new regular and head coach, respectively. The organization also introduced Choi “Polt” Seong-hun as the team’s new general manager. Both Zefa and Daeny were formerly the coaches of the most recent Worlds champions, DAMWON Gaming. The two switched roles in their […]

Gabriël “Bwipo” Rau took to Twitter to nudge the fans into the right frame of mind regarding T1’s management change news. The Belgian League of Legends superstar found it necessary to reset fans’ kneejerk reactions towards the big news. He also offered a much-needed perspective on this monumental update. Had to fix a translation error. […]

Former Starcraft II pro player Choi “Polt” Seong Hun will join T1 as head coach next year, leaked Discord chats indicate. In the same chat, Nick “LS” De Cesare is said to become a coach as well for the team. The Discord chat accidentally leaked on T1 support player Lee “Effort” Sang-ho’s livestream. While watching […]

T1 has locked in its competitive VALORANT roster. The Korean esports organization announced on their Twitter that they have officially signed on Harry and Ye “Anaks” Sang-jun and Harry for upcoming VALORANT tournaments. It's time to rebuild our strength.Please welcome Anaks and Harry to @PlayVALORANT KR. T1 발로란트 KR팀에 "Anaks" 예상준 선수와 "Harry" 김한규 선수가 […]