Gumayusi on Facing BLG: "Has the Swiss Stage Always Been This Tough?"
Hanwha Life Esports secured a 2-0 victory over G2 Esports in Round 4 of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship, advancing to the final stage of the Swiss round. Held at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas, the win brings the team one step closer to the quarterfinals, where they are set to face LPL's BLG.
Speaking after the match, Lee "Gumayusi" Min-hyeong attributed the win to rigorous preparation and a focus on past lessons. The team analyzed their previous losses, specifically identifying a lack of synergy between the jungler and the bot lane. By addressing these weaknesses and drawing confidence from their previous MSI victory over G2 Esports, Hanwha Life Esports managed to turn their momentum around.
A Brutal Run of Opponents
The Swiss Stage has been exceptionally challenging for Hanwha Life Esports. Gumayusi noted that the team has faced a relentless succession of powerhouse teams, including TES, Gen.G, IG, and G2, with BLG being the next obstacle. He remarked that it feels unusual to draw such a high concentration of strong opponents in a single run, describing the situation as quite strange.
Despite the difficulty, Gumayusi remains confident. He pointed to Hanwha Life Esports' previous success against BLG at MSI as evidence that they can win. To overcome the LPL side, he believes the team must refine their macro play, team fighting, and individual laning dominance. For him, surviving this gauntlet is the key to becoming the main protagonists of the tournament.
Chasing the Trophy
Known for his consistent performances during the autumn season—earning him the nickname of the 'gizzard shad'—Gumayusi is focused on securing his first Worlds title. He admitted that the unseasonably warm weather in Texas might have caused some early fluctuations in his form, but he feels his performance is steadily improving.
His ambitions are clear: he refuses to be eliminated at this stage and aims for at least a spot in the finals. Addressing the fans who may have been anxious following the team's two losses, he promised a decisive performance to prove their championship potential.
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