The Exceptional Performance of 2002 Birth Year Star in the World of League of Legends: Gumayusi at T1
In the ongoing drama surrounding T1 – Gumayusi, the “protagonist” of this saga, surely has to acknowledge that the star of the show is none other than the 2002 birth year player. If the 2025 LCK Cup is deemed a testing ground, then there is no reason for Gumayusi’s current performance to be questioned. He himself has noted in conversations with fans that he will not perform poorly when it comes to crucial matches.

With a roster that has shown remarkable consistency, having just won the World Championship for the second consecutive time, it is clear that Gumayusi is both excited and burdened. His fans cannot help but feel anxious. According to recent information, a number of fans of the 2002 birth year player have expressed dissatisfaction regarding the performance of T1’s BLĐ (team management).
The Unfortunate Performance of T1’s Star Smash
As for Smash, his performance in the match against KT Rolster was notably below expectations, if not completely disappointing. If T1 hadn’t allowed KT to “run amok” in game two, the outcome could have been different. Smash was even selected as the best player of the match. However, everything has been overshadowed by the T1 – Gumayusi drama.

This situation presents a significant challenge for Smash as he cannot seem to break into T1’s first lineup, especially given that Gumayusi is considered irreplaceable alongside Faker. Despite the excellent opportunity he has had, no one is discussing Smash’s accomplishments, instead focusing solely on the T1 drama.
Ultimately, It’s About T1 Fans
Of course, the ones most affected are the T1 fans. It’s not just about the expenses incurred to buy tickets or memberships; more importantly, it’s about their trust in the team. Up to now, T1’s BLĐ has yet to provide any explanation regarding the changes in lineup, and fans are only learning about these matters through media and rumors.

In the past, T1 has acknowledged that fan service is one of the main sources of income for the team. While the focus has generally remained on the players, the management must be careful not to overlook the fans who are increasingly becoming the center of attention.