Top Esports Make Worlds History

LPL team becomes the first to complete a reverse sweep in Worlds

China - October 19th, 2020 - Top Esports are officially record breakers. Having advanced to the semi-finals at the expense of Fnatic, Top Esports became the first team in Worlds history to complete a reverse sweep. Now placed to take on Suning Gaming on October 25th, all eyes are on both LPL teams.

Having increased its viewership by over 200% this year, and with over 56 million views across all streaming platforms, LPL's growth shows no signs of slowing down: Worlds has already seen its viewing figures smashed on its opening day.

With interview opportunities available for all teams and players (media contact below), now has never been a better time to cover the LPL.

Here’s a round-up of what you may have missed over the last few days.

To celebrate Worlds, manhole covers have been replaced in Nanjing Road Walkway with stunning LPL alternatives.
The Worlds 2020 semi-finals schedule is here. Both TES and SN meet on October 25th.
Here’s the top 5 LPL plays from Worlds. Jackeylove and Sion make multiple entries in this stunning showcase.
Record breakers, TES, have an official LoL album. After some snaps of the team? Look no further.
Missed it? Here’s an interview with Top ESports’ 369. The three minute interview looks at how he overcame challenges in his past to get to where he is now.

About LPL
The League of Legends Pro League is the top professional level in China. The first season of the LPL was the 2013 Spring season. The top three finishers of the playoff tournament receive automatic bids to the League of Legends World Championship.

About Riot Games
Riot Games is best known for League of Legends, a multiplayer online battle arena game and the company's flagship product. The game was first released in October 2009 and subsequently became the game with the highest active player count by 2013. Since 2011, Riot Games have also operated various tournaments for the game, including the League of Legends World Championship, the Championship Series, the European Championship, and the Mid-Season Invitational.

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