Are going trophyless this year aren't they? Really proves how 2022 was a fluke year for them. Honestly if the war didn't happen, I think the entire region goes full streamer mode and China gets their slots.
We are seeing it now. SA's only competent team is Loud(washed sadly), NA's only competent team is NRG, neither teams recent performances are contender worthy. I think Paper Rex have the best shot at the tittle aside from the usual contenders from EMEA. China might take a little time to catch up but they are getting there.
I hope Riot does something about this fraudulent region that can only win when the best regions are nerfed. It pains my eyes watching twitch streamers at international LAN events.
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