T1 secured the 2025 League of Legends World Championship title, achieving an unprecedented third consecutive Worlds victory, a milestone never seen in the tournament’s history. In a gripping five-hour final against KT Rolster, making their first appearance in a Worlds final, both teams fought fiercely to reach a 2-2 tie, with T1 ultimately winning the decisive fifth game.
Since the championship began in 2011, no team had managed to win three straight titles. T1 initially triumphed in 2013, followed by victories in 2015 and 2016. After a short break, they reclaimed the championship with consecutive wins in 2023 and 2024, culminating with their remarkable 2025 win.
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Author's summary: T1’s unprecedented three-peat at the 2025 League of Legends World Championship cements their legacy as the first team to win three consecutive titles.