Brashna Kasi
Updated on: October 16, 2024 11:57 am GMT
Fans of League of Legends can rejoice as LNG’s Scout is officially set to compete in Worlds 2024! After facing a challenging legal dispute that kept him from leaving China, the mid-laner is ready to jump back into action for the tournament starting October 3, 2024.
Legal Battles and Comebacks
Scout, whose real name is Lee “Scout” Ye-chan, had been unable to participate in the esports event due to a lawsuit filed by his former team, EDward Gaming (EDG). This legal issue arose from accusations that Scout had a secondary contract with another team not recognized by Riot Games. EDG claimed that Scout was in talks with other teams without their consent during his last season with them.
This situation prevented Scout from flying out of China, leaving fans worried about his availability for Worlds 2024. However, recent updates from Riot Games confirmed that Scout’s legal issues have been resolved, allowing him to suit up for his current team, LNG Esports.
The Role of Emergency Substitute
Before receiving the good news, LNG had prepared for a potential crisis. They consulted with Riot Games and selected Zeng “Yagao” Qi, the mid-laner from JD Gaming, as an emergency substitute. Yagao, however, is now ineligible to compete following Scout’s clearance.
What to Expect in Worlds 2024
The World Championship runs from September 25 to November 2, 2024. It features a Swiss stage format where teams compete in best-of-one matches. This exciting setup ensures that teams with similar win-loss records face off against each other, which encourages more competitive play.
- Round 1: October 3, 2024
- Round 2: October 4, 2024
- Round 3: October 5, 2024
- Round 4: October 6, 2024
From the second round onward, teams will be paired based on their previous rounds’ records. The top teams with three wins will advance to the knockout stage, leading to even more thrilling matchups.
Where to Watch
Fans looking to catch all the action live can do so on Twitch and YouTube, where Riot Games will stream the matches. This offers an excellent opportunity for esports enthusiasts to support their favorite teams and players this tournament season.
Conclusion
LNG’s Scout is back, and everyone is getting excited for Worlds 2024! His journey from facing tough legal issues to being ready for tournaments is inspiring and relatable to many fans. As the competition kicks off, everyone will be watching Scout and how he performs, especially in their first match on October 3. Get ready for some thrilling moments and enjoy the championship!
