Look Sports Media – In a seismic shift within the League of Legends landscape, T1 has officially announced the departure of their star bot laner, Lee "Gumayusi" Min-hyeong. The organization confirmed that Gumayusi is seeking a new challenge, bringing an end to his illustrious tenure with the Korean powerhouse.
This move comes after a turbulent year for the ADC, who faced periods on the bench, with Shin "Smash" Geum-jae stepping into the starting role. Despite this, Gumayusi leaves T1 as a decorated champion, boasting three Worlds titles, including a recent threepeat, and the coveted MVP award from the 2025 World Championship Final.
T1 released an official statement, expressing gratitude for Gumayusi’s contributions: "‘Gumayusi’ player Lee Min-hyung has left T1 to embark on a new challenge. The trophies we lifted together during our time and the footsteps left by ‘Gumayusi’ player will shine long in the hearts of the team and fans. T1 expresses deep respect and gratitude for ‘Gumayusi’ player’s dedication and sacrifice, as well as his brilliant performances. We hope that ‘Gumayusi’ player’s newly unfolding journey is filled with luck, and T1 will send unwavering support and cheers."
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Gumayusi’s exit marks the second major departure from T1’s famed "OFGK" roster, following Choi "Zeus" Woo-je’s move in November 2024. While there were questions surrounding Gumayusi’s fit within the evolving meta, his return to the starting lineup in March 2024, reportedly spurred by CEO Joe Marsh, proved pivotal in T1’s resurgence.
Despite Gen.G’s dominance for much of the year, T1 displayed their resilience, securing a second-place finish at MSI and a strong showing in the LCK. Their crowning achievement came at Worlds 2025, where they clinched their third consecutive title, solidifying the roster’s legacy. Gumayusi’s impact was undeniable throughout the playoffs, delivering stellar performances against formidable opponents like AL, TES, and KT Rolster. His performance against KT earned him the Worlds Finals MVP award, presented by League of Legends Hall of Famer, Jian "Uzi" Zihao.
The question now turns to who will fill the void left by Gumayusi. According to reports from Sheep Esports, Kim "Peyz" Su-hwan is the frontrunner to join T1. The 19-year-old, a three-time LCK champion, was previously with Gen.G before joining JD Gaming. Peyz’s potential arrival would see him team up with T1’s renowned support player, Ryu "Keria" Min-seok. Other names linked to T1 include Park "Ruler" Jae-hyuk and HLE’s Park "Viper" Do-hyeon. The looksports.media will continue to provide updates as the situation unfolds.
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