In a move that has sent shockwaves through the League of Legends community, Weibo Gaming’s top laner Kang “TheShy” Seung-lok has announced he will be taking a break from professional play at the beginning of the 2024 competitive year.
The announcement, made on his Weibo handle, comes just a month after the conclusion of Worlds 2023, where TheShy’s team finished as runner-up.
TheShy, a revered figure in the esports world and a crucial member of Weibo Gaming’s journey at Worlds 2023, expressed his thoughts in a heartfelt statement. Despite the team’s strong performance throughout the tournament, they fell short in the grand finals against T1. This loss marked a pivotal moment for TheShy, who had previously won the Worlds with Invictus Gaming (iG) in 2018.
In his statement, TheShy conveyed gratitude towards Weibo Gaming for the past two years and shared his feelings of responsibility for the team’s recent results.
He stated, “I originally wanted to achieve better results with my teammates in this World Championship, but the results were not that ideal. I feel like I didn’t perform well enough and I feel guilty.”
TheShy’s decision to take a hiatus stems from a desire to focus on his physical and mental health.
He remains optimistic about the future, hinting at a possible return during the Summer Split, “If given the chance, I will try my best to meet you with a new look in the summer split.”
The announcement has drawn mixed reactions from fans and fellow players. Marc “Caedrel” Lamont, a prominent figure in the League of Legends community and an ardent fan of TheShy, expressed his respect and hope for TheShy’s return, while former pro player Christian “IWillDominate” Rivera commented on the dramatic nature of TheShy’s decision following his performance in the finals.
As TheShy steps back, the LPL roster stands as follows:
- Top: Zhu “Zdz” De-Zhang
- Jungle: Peng “Xiaohao” Hao
- Mid: Li “Xiaohu” Yuan-Hao
- Carry: Wang “Light” Guang-Yu
- Support: Liu “Crisp” Qing-Song
TheShy’s hiatus marks the end of an era for Weibo Gaming and opens a new chapter for both the player and the team.
As the 2024 competitive year approaches, the League of Legends community will be watching closely to see how Weibo Gaming adapts to this change and whether TheShy makes his anticipated return to the professional scene.
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