[LCK CUP] T1’s Faker: “Our Performance Is 70 Out of 100” - 게임뷰

Faker and T1 continued their perfect start to the LCK CUP with four straight wins, maintaining strong momentum in the early stages of the tournament. In particular, the players’ relentless effort to play games through to the end, combined with solid champion compositions, has kept T1’s upward trajectory intact. On January 25 at CHZZK LoL Park in Jongno, Seoul, T1 faced BNK FEARX on Day 5 of Week 2 of the LCK CUP. The matchup drew considerable attention, pitting a still-dominant T1 with a revamped roster against a BNK FEARX squad showing strong teamwork without any roster changes. The series went the distance to three sets in a closely contested battle. T1 took the opening set, but BNK FEARX answered back in Set 2 with a win after a long, drawn-out game, keeping the series on a knife’s edge. In the end, T1 claimed victory in Set 3, closing out the match 2–1. At the heart of T1’s performance was Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok), who played Ryze, Yone, and Galio against BNK FEARX. He delivered standout performances at key moments, creating space for his teammates to scale and laying the groundwork for victory. In particular, his Galio in Set 3 proved decisive, with excellent ultimate ability combinations that swung the game in T1’s favor. In his post-match interview, Faker reflected on the win and T1’s unbeaten run. “The series against BNK FEARX wasn’t easy,” he said. “Still, I’m satisfied that we stayed focused and managed to secure the win.” He added, “We’re off to a good start with four straight wins, but the upcoming matches are even more important,” signaling that the team will stay sharp heading into best-of-five series and the playoffs. Faker also pointed out areas of regret from the series. “In Set 2, we started the game at a disadvantage early on, so we had to play toward the mid-to-late game,” he explained. “Our draft was oriented toward scaling, which is why the game ended up going extremely late.” He continued, “We need to improve on getting picked off or taking losses in mid-game skirmishes. The only way to fix those issues is to practice hard and build better synergy,” as he looked back on the match against BNK FEARX. Assessing T1’s current performances, Faker was candid. “I’d rate our team performance at around 60 to 70 points,” he said. “Some aspects of our teamwork are coming together, but others still aren’t quite there, so there’s definitely room to improve.” Ahead of the 2026 season, T1 strengthened their roster by signing ADC Peyz (Kim Soo-hwan). After four matches, he has already begun to develop basic synergy with the rest of the team. Against BNK FEARX, Peyz was named Player of the Match, showcasing how well he has settled into the lineup. Faker praised his new teammate, saying, “Peyz is an excellent player with very clear strengths.” He added, “We’re focusing on maximizing his strengths while covering his weaknesses. It’s something the entire team needs to do together.” When asked about his own apparent improvement in performances early in the season, Faker remained cautious. “It’s still early,” he said. “We haven’t played that many games yet, so it’s too soon to make any real evaluations,” emphasizing his focus on the matches still to come. Next, T1 will wrap up the Group Battle stage with a Super Week showdown against Dplus KIA. Unlike previous best-of-three matches, this clash will be a best-of-five, with more points on the line. Faker expressed his determination to secure another win in the final group match of the LCK CUP. “The competition between the Baron Group and Elder Group is really tight,” Faker said. “Super Week feels like it will be a turning point. Since it’s a best-of-five, I want us to put on an exciting series.” He also noted, “In the later sets, more champions are removed under the Fearless Draft rules, so thorough strategic preparation will be crucial.” He concluded the interview by thanking the fans and sharing his resolve for the remainder of the tournament. “I’m always grateful to the fans who support us,” Faker said. “We’ll prepare even harder for the rest of the LCK CUP and do our best to show you a strong performance.” 저작권자 © 게임뷰 무단전재 및 재배포 금지