Korean Esports Team Wins Two Gold Medals at Asian Games
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The South Korean esports national team, sponsored by Jeju Samdasoo, secured a total of five medals, including two golds, at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The achievements include a gold medal in fighting games and another in League of Legends, where the team defeated Chinese Taipei.
South Korean Esports Success
The South Korean esports national team, backed by Jeju Samdasoo, achieved remarkable success at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, winning two gold medals among a total of five medals. As reported on October 6 by the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Development Corporation, the team earned its first gold in fighting games on September 26, followed by another in League of Legends on October 2.
In the League of Legends final, the team, featuring star player Lee Sang-hyeok, known as 'Faker', triumphed over Chinese Taipei to secure the gold medal. This victory marks the second consecutive gold for the team, following their success at the Hangzhou Asian Games.
Jeju Samdasoo entered a partnership with the Korea Esports Association in August, becoming the exclusive official partner for bottled water for the national team. They supported the team throughout training camps and during the Asian Games.
This partnership aims to allow players to focus on their training and competitions while also enhancing consumer engagement through esports. Jeju Samdasoo plans to continue supporting the national team, further strengthening its connection with the younger audience interested in esports.
Kim Do-young, President of the Jeju Development Corporation, congratulated the athletes on their achievements and expressed commitment to continuing various activities to grow the brand in collaboration with the public.