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HLE 'Kanavi', "Worlds Finals, LCK Cup-FST Championship are the goals"
Hanwha Life Esports defeated Vietnam All-Stars in the second day of the '2025 KeSPA Cup' group stage held online on the 7th, achieving 3 wins and 0 losses, securing their spot in the finals. Hanwha Life Esports, who received a lot of attention after recruiting 'Kanavi' Seo Jin-hyeok and 'GumaYuSi' Lee Min-hyung, are showing destructive performance worthy of the expectations.
The following is the full interview with 'Kanavi' Seo Jin-hyeok.
Q. This is your first tournament after the transfer.
The KeSPA Cup feels like an event match, so I'm treating it like a taste test, and I'll work hard to show a better performance in the LCK.
Q. Why did you choose to go to the LCK, and Hanwha Life Esports in particular?
There were several reasons, but looking at the situation, it seemed like the best choice to play for Hanwha Life Esports this year.
Q. Are you adjusting well?
I'm Korean and I've lived in Korea for a long time, so there are no adjustment issues, and there are no problems with game calls or communication. It's just that I've always played in the LPL and this is my first time in the LCK, so I need time to adjust to the team environment.
Q. You have been with coach 'Homme' Yoon Sung-young in the LPL for a long time, and you have moved to the same team again this time.
The coach definitely knows my style and personality well because he has worked with me a lot, so it's comfortable. I joined the team first this year, and the coach was wondering whether to take a break or work at Hanwha Life Esports. So I told him to aim for better results this year, and we ended up working together again.
Q. How much potential do you think this roster can achieve?
Everyone is a good player. I think we can go to the highest place if we work together more.
Q. You debuted in the LPL first and came to the LCK as a rookie with prior experience. You must have expectations for the LCK.
There seem to be many strong teams in the LCK, so I think it will be fun.
Q. You are considered one of the championship contenders. Which teams do you think will compete for the championship with you?
Historically, Gen.G Esports and T1 have been strong. I think those two teams will be our biggest rivals.
Q. It was only three games, but the performance was destructive. The solid bulk is still there, but it seems to have gained speed. Many people say it's because of 'Kanavi'.
I've only played three games, but I think our team is good at speeding up. The bulk is also good, so I think we won all three games easily.
Q. What are your goals for the 2026 season? You must also have a desire to perform well at Worlds.
Speaking of Worlds, I've never been to the finals, so I want to go to the finals at least. I also want to stay until the end and win tournaments like the upcoming LCK Cup or First Stand.
Q. Finally, a word to the fans.
Thank you to the fans in China and Korea for your support. Take care of your health in the cold weather. I will prepare more and win a lot with a good performance.
Webzine InvenShin Yeon-jae Reporter
2025-12-07