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KT Rolster Dominates Early in League Championship Swiss Stage

10/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The 2025 League of Legends World Championship Swiss Stage is underway in Beijing with 16 teams.
As of October 16, KT Rolster leads 2-0, with Gen. G and T1 at 0-2.
CTBC Flying Oyster defeated T1.
Top Esports defeated 100 Thieves.
The format requires three wins to reach the Knockout Stage, which begins October 28, and by October 19, matches will determine who advances or is eliminated.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural League of Legends World Championship took place in 2011 at DreamHack in Sweden, attracting over 1.6 million viewers. This event marked a significant milestone for esports, following Riot Games' earlier competitive initiatives, including the 2010 World Cyber Games. The tournament's success has since spurred the establishment of regional leagues and increased legitimacy for esports, paralleling trends in traditional sports.

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Story summary

The 2025 League of Legends World Championship Swiss Stage is underway in Beijing with 16 teams.
As of October 16, KT Rolster leads 2-0, with Gen. G and T1 at 0-2.
CTBC Flying Oyster defeated T1.
Top Esports defeated 100 Thieves.
The format requires three wins to reach the Knockout Stage, which begins October 28, and by October 19, matches will determine who advances or is eliminated.

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