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League of Legends World Championship: From Birth to Glory

League of Legends (LOL) is a globally popular esports game, and its World Championship is one of the world's top esports events. Since its inaugural event in 2011, the League of Legends World Championship has undergone numerous changes and developments, gradually becoming one of the most influential esports events in the world.

In 2011, the first League of Legends World Championship was held in Los Angeles, USA. Back then, the competition was still in its infancy, but it already attracted top teams from around the world. Ultimately, the European team Fnatic defeated the North American team AgainstAllAuthority in the final to win the inaugural championship trophy. This victory not only brought Fnatic widespread fame but also laid a solid foundation for the League of Legends World Championship.

Over time, the League of Legends World Championship continued to grow. In 2012, the second World Championship moved to the Galen Center in Los Angeles, USA, with the number of participating teams increased to 12. That year, the Taiwanese team TPA, with their outstanding performance, overcame all obstacles and ultimately defeated the Korean team AzubuFrost in the finals to win the championship. TPA's victory showcased the strength of the Asian region to the world and encouraged more Asian teams to take the event seriously.

In 2013, the third League of Legends World Championship returned to the United States, hosted in cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle. Fourteen teams participated, and the competition was fierce. Ultimately, South Korea's SKT T1 swept the Royal Club 3-0 in the finals to secure the championship. SKT T1's victory marked the rise of South Korean esports on the global stage, and South Korean teams continued to dominate the League of Legends World Championships for the next few years.

In 2014, the fourth League of Legends World Championship kicked off in Seoul, South Korea. This tournament was unprecedented in scale, with 16 participating teams, including strong teams from mainland China, South Korea, Europe, North America, and elsewhere. After a month of intense competition, South Korea's SSW team defeated Royal Club 3-1 in the final to win the championship trophy. SSW demonstrated exceptional teamwork and individual skill, and their impressive performance left a deep impression on the audience.

In 2015, the fifth League of Legends World Championship came to Europe, hosted in Paris, London, Brussels, and Berlin. This year, the strength of each region significantly improved, and the tournament's appeal was greatly enhanced. Ultimately, South Korea's SKT T1 defeated KOOTigers 3-1 in the finals, securing their second World Championship title. SKT T1's reign continued, proving South Korea's global dominance in esports.

In 2016, the sixth League of Legends World Championship returned to the United States, featuring the first-ever Play-In Stage. Twenty-four teams from around the world gathered to compete for the championship. After a series of thrilling matches, South Korea's SKT T1 faced off against Samsung Galaxy in the finals. Ultimately, SKT T1 triumphed 3-2, achieving their third consecutive World Championship title. SKT T1's legendary story continued, and this final is hailed as one of the most iconic matches in League of Legends history.

In 2017, the seventh League of Legends World Championship was held in China, with fierce competition taking place in four cities: Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. This marked the first time the tournament was held entirely in China, garnering significant attention from domestic players. RNG and WE, both teams from the LPL region, reached the semifinals. Although they ultimately fell short of the championship, their outstanding performances fueled expectations for the region. That year, South Korea's Samsung Galaxy defeated SKT T1 3-0 in the finals, ending their championship streak and securing their first-ever world championship.

In 2018, the 8th League of Legends World Championship was held in Incheon, South Korea. Invictus Gaming (IG), a team from the LPL region, performed impressively in the knockout stage, defeating both South Korean team KTRolster and European team G2 Esports to advance to the finals. In the final, IG easily defeated European team Fnatic 3-0, securing the first world championship for the LPL region. IG's victory instantly ignited the entire Chinese esports community, with countless fans cheering with joy.

In 2019, the 9th League of Legends World Championship concluded in Paris, France. FPX, representing the LPL region, demonstrated their formidable strength and poise. In the final, FPX decisively defeated the European G2 Esports team with a score of 3-0, successfully defending their title and adding another championship trophy to the LPL.

Looking back at the League of Legends World Championship's history, we can see that the event has made tremendous progress in terms of scale, influence, and competitive level. It has not only brought exciting competitions to esports enthusiasts, but also promoted the vigorous development of the esports industry. We believe that in the future, the League of Legends World Championship will continue to create more glorious moments and become an immortal legend in the esports world.

Starting in 2020, the League of Legends World Championship (hereinafter referred to as the S-League) entered a new chapter. Over the past few years, the S-League has witnessed the rise and fall of countless teams, the brilliant performances of players, and the booming development of the esports industry.

Due to the pandemic, the 2020 S-League Championship was held online for the first time. Top teams from around the world gathered online for a fierce competition. Ultimately, DWG, leveraging exceptional teamwork and individual strength, successfully lifted the championship trophy, becoming the reigning champion of the year.

In 2021, the S-League returned to its offline format, held in Reykjavik, Iceland. EDG overcame numerous obstacles, first defeating strong opponents like RNG in the knockout stage, and then defeating DK in the finals in five games, ultimately achieving a stunning comeback and winning their first S-League championship, creating a legendary moment for themselves.

The 2022 World Championship moved to North America, bringing together numerous strong teams. DRX, a dark horse, emerged from the play-in rounds, steadily advancing through the ranks, defeating powerhouses like T1 and GEN.G to reach the top of the world, a remarkable achievement.

In the blink of an eye, we've arrived at the 2024 S-League. As the esports industry continues to grow, so too does its influence. What new stories will unfold in this year's competition? Which team will rise to the top? Let's wait and see!