Hanwha Life Esports have secured their place in the 2026 LCK Season Grand Finals after defeating T1 3-1. The victory puts HLE into the championship match against Gen.G on September 13.
HLE Secure Grand Finals Spot
Hanwha Life Esports entered the series with a place in the LCK Grand Finals on the line. They produced a strong performance against T1 to take the best-of-five series 3-1.
The result sends HLE through to the final stage of the competition and leaves them one series away from claiming the LCK championship.
T1 Fight Back
T1 managed to take one game from the series, preventing HLE from completing a clean sweep.
However, HLE maintained their advantage across the matchup and eventually closed out the series with a 3-1 victory.
The defeat brings T1's 2026 LCK Season playoff campaign to an end.
HLE Set for Gen.G Clash
With the win, Hanwha Life Esports will now face Gen.G in the Grand Finals on September 13.
The matchup will see HLE and Gen.G battle for the 2026 LCK Season championship, with both teams now just one series away from the title.
Final Battle Awaits
The Grand Finals will be the final matchup of the 2026 LCK Season. HLE will look to carry the momentum from their victory over T1 into the championship series.
Gen.G, meanwhile, stand between Hanwha Life Esports and the LCK title.
The stage is now set for the final showdown, with HLE and Gen.G meeting on September 13 to determine the 2026 LCK Season champion.