“I’ll come back stronger.” Faker on T1’s loss to BLG and elimination from Worlds 2026
T1 captain and mid-laner Lee Sang-hyeok (Faker) acknowledged that Bilibili Gaming was better prepared for the Worlds 2026 semifinal. His team lost 1:3.
After the defeat, Faker noted that the game did not go according to T1’s plan, but added that the team played an excellent match together and he was satisfied with that. According to him, the opponent was better prepared for the series.
The esports player also described the past season as ambiguous. He stated that the team left many questions unresolved, related not only to results but also to the gameplay itself. However, Faker does not consider the season either the best or a complete failure.
“I will try to learn from this experience, correct my weaknesses, come back stronger, and show fans a better game,” he said.
The loss ended T1’s 13-year streak without defeats against Chinese teams in the Worlds playoffs. Faker’s roster will also miss the grand final for the first time in four years, finishing the tournament in third-fourth place.
In the decisive match of Worlds 2026, Bilibili Gaming will face Gen.G Esports. The final is scheduled for November 14 in Brooklyn, New York.
