South Korea's Esports Team Secures Five Medals at Asian Games
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The South Korean esports team concluded its campaign at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with a total of five medals, including gold in League of Legends. They defeated Taiwan 3-0 in the finals, achieving a second consecutive gold in this event.
South Korea's Esports Success
The South Korean esports team wrapped up its performance at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, bringing home a total of five medals, including two golds, one silver, and two bronzes. The standout achievement was in League of Legends (LoL), where they secured gold by defeating Taiwan with a perfect set score of 3-0 on October 2 at the Aichi Sky Expo in Tokoname, Japan.
Notable Performances
This victory marks South Korea's second consecutive gold in League of Legends at the Asian Games, following their success at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games. The team consisted of players such as Choi Woo-je (Zeus), Kim Gun-bu (Canyon), Kim Gun-woo (Zeka), Lee Sang-hyeok (Faker), Lee Min-hyung (Gumayusi), and Ryu Min-seok (Keria). The team showcased their strength by utilizing two mid-laners, with Zeka stepping in for Faker in the finals.
Other Medal Wins
In addition to the gold, South Korea's esports team also earned a silver medal in Puyo Puyo Champions, where Kang Dong-shin reached the finals but lost 2-10 to Japan's 11-year-old player, Kuriha Yuki. In Gran Turismo 7, Kim Young-chan (DCT Racing) secured a bronze medal after a dramatic series of races.
The competition was intense, with Kim finishing with a tie on points but claiming bronze based on his final race standings. Additionally, the team participated in Pokémon Unite, where they achieved a bronze medal after a strong performance in the group stages.
Overall Performance
Overall, South Korea aimed for medals across nine events but concluded with five, surpassing their total from the 2022 games. The final tally included 2 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals, demonstrating a strong presence in the evolving landscape of esports at the Asian Games.