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Bilibili Gaming Secures First League of Legends World Championship Title

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Chinese esports team Bilibili Gaming defeated South Korea's Gen.G to win the 2026 League of Legends World Championship in Brooklyn.

In a historic final held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, USA, the Chinese esports organization Bilibili Gaming claimed their first-ever League of Legends World Championship title. The team secured a 3-1 victory over South Korean powerhouse Gen.G, marking a significant milestone for the Chinese competitive gaming scene. This win ends a five-year drought for teams from China in the global tournament. Throughout the 2026 World Championship, Bilibili Gaming demonstrated exceptional performance by defeating all four South Korean teams they faced, including Hanwha Life Esports, Dplus KIA, T1, and finally Gen.G in the grand final. As champions, the organization will receive a prize of 1 million USD, approximately 33.8 million Thai Baht. For residents and visitors interested in the global esports landscape, this victory highlights the shifting power dynamics in professional gaming. While the tournament has concluded, fans are now looking forward to the upcoming regional league announcements and roster updates for the next competitive season. The event underscores the growing international scale of esports, which continues to draw massive global audiences and significant investment.