South Korea Wins Gold in League of Legends at Asian Games 2026
Written with artificial intelligence.
For the second consecutive time, South Korea has claimed the gold medal in League of Legends at the Asian Games held in Nagoya. Players 'Zeus', 'Keria', and 'Faker' earned their second title, while the Chinese team was notably absent due to diplomatic tensions.
South Korea's Dominance in League of Legends
South Korea has once again proven its strength in League of Legends, winning the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. This victory marks the country's second consecutive win in the tournament, following their triumph in 2022. Notably, players 'Zeus', 'Keria', and 'Faker' secured their second title, while 'Canyon', 'Zeka', and 'Gumayusi' earned their first championship.
Tournament Overview
In the final match, South Korea dominated the Chinese Taipei team (officially known as Taiwan in international events) with a decisive score of 3-0. Throughout the tournament, South Korea did not lose a single match, showcasing their superiority by defeating Saudi Arabia in the semi-finals (2-0) and winning all their group stage matches against India, Hong Kong, and Taipei.
Absence of China
The absence of the Chinese team, considered the second-best globally, was a significant aspect of this year's competition. The Chinese Olympic Council opted to withdraw from several events, including League of Legends, due to diplomatic tensions with Japan, the host nation of the 2026 Games.
Implications of the Victory
This gold medal not only adds to South Korea's esports legacy but also exempts 'Canyon', 'Zeka', and 'Gumayusi' from mandatory military service in South Korea. This privilege was previously granted to 'Zeus', 'Keria', and 'Faker' following their 2022 victory.