Introduction
Electronic sports, commonly known as esports, has become one of the fastest-growing industri
Introduction
Electronic sports, commonly known as esports, has become one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. With millions of fans and players around the globe, esports has gained mainstream recognition and has even been considered for inclusion in the Olympics. Fans around the world gather to watch their favorite teams compete in popular games like League of Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and many more. In this article, we'll take a closer look at a recent and epic esports event that took place in front of millions of fans around the globe, and share its highlights with you.
The Competition
The competition in question is the 2019 League of Legends World Championship. The championship took place in Europe and had a whopping prize pool of $2.2 million. The championship is the climax of the League of Legends' season and showcases the best teams from around the world.
The Teams
The championship featured 24 teams from the major regions around the world including China, Korea, Europe, North America, and more. Each team went through rigorous qualifying rounds and fought hard to earn their place in the championship. The teams that made it to the final stages of the championship were the Chinese teams FunPlus Phoenix and Invictus Gaming, the European team G2 Esports, and the Korean team SK Telecom T1.
The Finals
The finals of the championship were held in Paris and attracted over 44 million views online and over 20,000 fans in the arena. The final was a best of five series between FunPlus Phoenix and G2 Esports. The two teams had an impressive run to the finals, with FunPlus Phoenix not losing a single match throughout the tournament and G2 Esports winning over the favor of the fans with their creativity and unique play style.
The Match
The final match between FunPlus Phoenix and G2 Esports was a thrilling and intense battle. The two teams constantly exchanged kills and objectives, making it impossible to predict the winner. However, it was FunPlus Phoenix that emerged victorious after an impressive and dominant display in the final game. FunPlus Phoenix's top laner, Kim "Doinb" Tae-sang, received the MVP award for his outstanding gameplay throughout the tournament.
The Aftermath
The 2019 League of Legends World Championship was a significant moment in esports history, with record-breaking viewership and a nail-biting final. The win by FunPlus Phoenix marked China's second consecutive championship victory in League of Legends, solidifying their dominance in the game. Esports continues to grow in popularity, with even traditional sports teams investing in esports franchises. Fans around the world eagerly await the next season of League of Legends and its world championship event.