Lee 'Gumayusi' Min-hyeong, a homegrown T1 talent who was expected to renew his contract after achieving a historic three-peat, has left the team to join Hanwha Life Esports for a new challenge. It was revealed that he had communicated his intention not to renew his contract before the season ended, regardless of the Worlds results, allowing for a graceful departure that considered both his own career and the team's needs. Naturally, T1 fans were left in sorrow.

Once the sadness passed, the focus naturally shifted to who would be his replacement. The vacancy left by Gumayusi, who moved to Hanwha Life Esports, has been filled by 'Peyz' Kim Su-hwan, who previously played for China's JD Gaming. By signing an ADC with an impressive career including an LCK three-peat and an MSI title, T1 has navigated the off-season in a way that gives fans plenty to look forward to next season.