In an exclusive interview with Sheep Esports, the team's jungler Seo " Kanavi " Jin-hyeok discussed the team's growth, their goals for the championship, and their confidence heading into their first playoff match.
Kanavi admitted that after losses in the third and fourth rounds of the Swiss Stage, the team found themselves in a tough spot and risked missing the playoffs:
When we faced Bilibili Gaming , it felt like it could be our last match at Worlds. We needed to show our best form and win. I'm happy we managed to do that.
The jungler noted that the team is currently in good shape:
Recently, we've had great results in scrims, we're giving 100% in practice, and we've been able to change the dynamic. In the playoffs, it's important for us to stay calm and fully focus on the game.
Kanavi also shared his thoughts on his personal condition and role within the team:
I'm always confident in my mechanics and performance, but it's more important to show it on stage. In the past, we haven't achieved the best results at international tournaments, so now our task is to prove ourselves.
For Kanavi , this Worlds marks his first with Top Esports after a long stint with JD Gaming. He emphasized that over the year, the team has made significant progress and built great synergy:
We've created many stories and gained invaluable experience. We want to continue working together and leave no regrets.
When asked about the health of star ADC JackeyLove , who might need a break in the future, Kanavi responded:
A strong mindset is crucial for any professional. As a team, we've built excellent synergy, and our goal is to become world champions without leaving any regrets.
