Look Sports Media – Gen.G’s star mid-laner, Chovy, delivered a scathing assessment of the LEC’s performance at MSI 2025 during a post-match stream with Marc "Caedrel" Lamont. Following Gen.G’s hard-fought victory over reigning world champions T1, Chovy offered some blunt advice to the struggling European teams. His comments, coupled with similar criticisms from Anyone’s Legend coach Tabe and Karmine Corp’s Caliste, have ignited a firestorm of debate within the League of Legends community.
The Korean prodigy, fresh off a grueling five-game series against T1, revealed that the key to overcoming such formidable opponents wasn’t intensive post-game analysis, but rather a focus on mental fortitude and, crucially, strategic drafting. "Based on my international experience," Chovy stated, "going back over in-game play doesn’t really help. We focus on our mental state and then move on to draft talk."
This candid assessment directly addressed the LEC’s dismal showing at MSI 2025, where European teams suffered a complete shutout in the main stage. When pressed by Caedrel about areas for improvement, Chovy’s response was simple yet impactful: "Drafting is important. Picks and bans are crucial. This is advice for every region." This pointed critique, referencing Movistar KOI’s questionable draft choices against CTBC Flying Oyster, suggests a fundamental flaw in the LEC’s strategic approach.
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However, Chovy’s criticism wasn’t solely focused on drafting. His comments were echoed by Tabe, who, while acknowledging the unfortunate results for G2 and Movistar KOI, emphasized the importance of post-match analysis and a dedication to improvement. Tabe’s pointed statement, "If you’re lazy, you have no hope at all," sparked a significant backlash, with many community members accusing LEC players of lacking the necessary work ethic.
Adding fuel to the fire, Karmine Corp’s Caliste agreed, suggesting a lack of pressure and accountability within the LEC. He stated, "There are players who don’t work and are just there for the paycheck. The scene is too soft."
The combined criticisms – poor drafting, inadequate post-game analysis, and a perceived lack of work ethic – paint a concerning picture of the LEC’s current state. While Chovy acknowledged the potential of LEC talent, his blunt assessment serves as a wake-up call, prompting serious introspection and a potential overhaul of the region’s approach to competitive League of Legends. The question remains: will the LEC heed this warning, or will their struggles continue?
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