World Champs T1 Lose First Team Member

T1's Marauders Start Off LEC Summer Split with a Loss

As the 2023 LEC Summer Split officially kicks off, all eyes were on the reigning world champions, T1, to see how they would perform coming off their historic victory. Unfortunately for the team and fans alike, things did not go according to plan as they suffered a disappointing loss to Team BDS in their opening match.

Rascal Takes a Break Due to Health Issues

Adding to the disappointment of the loss, T1 also announced that top laner Choi "Zeus" Woo-je will be taking a break from competitive play due to health issues. The organization stated that Zeus has been experiencing severe pain in his wrist, which has been affecting his performance. No timetable has been set for his return, but the team expects him to be out for an extended period.

In the meantime, T1 has promoted substitute top laner Lee "Clozer" Ju-hyeon to the starting lineup. Clozer has been with T1 since 2021 and has shown promise in his previous appearances. However, it remains to be seen if he can fill the void left by Zeus, who has been a key part of the team's success.

T1's Struggles Continue

T1's defeat to BDS is another sign of their struggles since winning the World Championship. The team has looked uncoordinated and uninspired in recent weeks, and their loss to BDS was their third in a row. It's clear that T1 is still trying to adjust to the new meta and the pressure of being the defending champions.

While T1's loss is disappointing, it's important to remember that it's still early in the split. The team has plenty of time to turn things around and reclaim their dominance. However, they will need to find a way to fix their current issues quickly if they want to avoid a repeat of their disappointing spring split.