League Awards 2025 Honor T1 and Top Esports Talent

The League Awards 2025, an annual ceremony honoring top achievements in the League of Legends esports community, concluded on November 28 in a stadium that also served as a hub for the broader scene. Hosted by Eefje "Sjokz" Depoortere and Marc "Caedrel" Lamont, the event marked its second edition with an expanded format that recognized excellence in professional play, broadcasting, content creation, and fan contributions. Fans nominated candidates and voted online from November 18 to 24, culminating in celebrations of standout performances from the 2025 season, including T1's dominant Worlds victory.

T1 emerged as a major highlight, securing the Team of the Year award for the second consecutive year and the Moment of the Year for completing a historic three-peat at the World Championship, their sixth Summoner's Cup overall. The South Korean organization, known for its storied success, received the honor amid a season defined by intense international competition. After accepting the team award, T1's star midlaner Lee "Faker" Sanghyeok reflected on the challenges, stating, "It was a very tough year, but I'm very happy that we were able to end it on a good note with a victory. I...