ZOFGK no more — Zeus parts ways with T1 and is replaced by a new top laner

Wed Nov 20 07:50:00 UTC 2024: ## T1 Parts Ways with World Champion Top Laner Zeus, Signs Doran as Replacement

**SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA** – League of Legends powerhouse T1 announced the departure of their star top laner, Choi “Zeus” Woo-je, marking the end of an era for the organization. Zeus, a two-time LCK Top of the Year winner (2022, 2023) and World Championship MVP (2023), leaves after a highly successful tenure that included two consecutive World Championship titles (2023 and 2024) as part of the legendary ZOFGK roster. He also contributed to Team Korea’s gold medal at the Asian Games 2022.

T1 expressed gratitude for Zeus’ contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors. The organization immediately filled the void by signing Choi “Doran” Hyeon-joon, formerly of Hanwha Life Esports. Doran boasts extensive experience with top LCK teams including DRX, KT Rolster, Gen.G, and Griffin. His recent success, notably his role in Hanwha Life Esports’ LCK Summer Playoffs 2024 victory over Gen.G (and Gen.G’s 2023 victory over T1), highlights his potential to step into Zeus’ large shoes.

T1 is urging fans to support Doran as he joins Faker, Oner, Gumayusi, and Keria in their quest to continue the team’s dominance. The departure of Zeus signals the dissolution of the highly successful ZOFGK roster that defined T1’s recent success, also winning the Esports World Cup in 2024. While Zeus’ future team remains unknown, his departure marks a significant shift in the LCK landscape.