Tributes Pour In for Lauri 'Cyanide' Happonen, Fnatic's Youngest Worlds Winner
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Lauri 'Cyanide' Happonen, the youngest player to win the League of Legends World Championship, has passed away at the age of 31. Former teammates and the esports community are mourning his loss, sharing heartfelt tributes online.
A Legacy Remembered
Lauri 'Cyanide' Happonen, renowned for making esports history at the age of 16, has tragically passed away at just 31 years old. He was a jungler for Fnatic, one of the most prominent teams in League of Legends, and made his mark as the youngest player to win the World Championship in June 2011 at DreamHack.
Cyanide's passing has led to an outpouring of grief across social media platforms. Official channels, prominent figures in the esports community, and former teammates have expressed their condolences and shared memories of him. Fnatic released a statement on X, stating, "We are deeply saddened to hear that Lauri Cyanide Happonen passed away earlier this year."
During his four-year tenure with Fnatic, Cyanide's achievements left a lasting impact on the esports world. His historic win at Worlds at 16 years old is a milestone that will never be forgotten. The team further emphasized, "He leaves behind a legacy that will never fade. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched. Rest in peace, Cyanide."
Former teammate YellOwStaR shared a personal message, reflecting on their time together. He posted their last photo and wrote, "Lauri was so much more than just a teammate. We shared our everyday lives for over two and a half years; he became much more than someone I played with."
Sjokz, a well-known esports host, also shared the news on her channels. This is not the first time the esports community has faced the loss of a Fnatic player; Maciej 'Shushei' Ratuszniak also passed away last year due to cancer at the age of 36.