Gen.G experienced a rare moment of relief.
Following a disappointing performance at the recent EWC and the LCK roadshow ‘House of Gen.G,’ where they failed to secure a single set and ended with a 0-4 set score, Gen.G celebrated a much-needed victory by defeating Hanwha Life Esports 2-1 today.
Reflecting on the end of their losing streak, head coach Yoo Sang-wook shared, “This victory was crucial for the team, and it has given us the opportunity to shift the overall atmosphere.” Kim ‘Canyon’ Geon-bu expressed his satisfaction, stating, “I am pleased not only with the win but also with the gradual improvement in our team’s performance.”
Addressing the issues faced during their slump, coach Yoo explained, “There were instances where the players lacked confidence in certain gameplay scenarios, so we engaged in extensive discussions and focused on coordination. We observed a noticeable improvement compared to our previous matches.” However, ‘Canyon’ mentioned some lingering concerns, noting, “I believe we still have unresolved hesitations during teamfights.”
When questioned about their decision to initiate a fight during the first Dragon timing in Game 2 despite spotting the enemy Olaf, ‘Canyon’ admitted, “I failed to realize that Olaf had moved to the bottom lane. We should have adjusted our plan when things deviated, but unfortunately, we did not.”
Coach Yoo emphasized the significance of securing lane priority as the key strategy for the victory against Hanwha Life. Looking ahead to their upcoming match against KT Rolster, he declared, “Every remaining match is crucial, and we will prepare diligently to ensure victory against KT, who are currently on a significant winning streak.” ‘Canyon’ added, “Although KT’s recent performance is formidable, I believe that with proper preparation, we can emerge victorious.”
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