Hanwha Life Esports' First MSI Championship: Players' Reflections on a Historic Victory

Hanwha Life Esports secured its first-ever Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) championship by defeating China's BLG. This victory marks a significant milestone for the team, which had previously struggled to achieve international success under the Hanwha Life name. Guma Yusi, the team's lead player and three-time world champion, expressed mixed emotions, stating, 'While I've won the World Championship three times, this MSI victory feels uniquely special. I've carried memories of past MSI losses and felt regret for not winning before, but I'm thrilled to have triumphed with such a great team.' The win is especially meaningful as it took place in Daejeon, the team's hometown and MSI host city, making it the first time an MSI host city team has claimed victory. Dailight, the team's supporter, added, 'Beating BLG's On in this historic moment feels especially satisfying. Tonight, we can finally rest easy.' Final MVP Jeuz highlighted the team's perseverance, admitting, 'This tournament was incredibly tough, and there were many moments I wanted to quit. But the unwavering support from fans and my belief in myself helped me push through.'