T1 CEO Joe Marsh on Zeus 's Decision to Leave: " T1 Wanted to Keep Zeus , But the Decision Was His"
T1 continues to uphold high standards in its contract policy and roster. In a recent interview, the team's CEO Joe Marsh addressed questions regarding the duration of player contracts, the reasons behind Zeus 's departure, and the decision to retain the current roster after the setback at MSI 2023.
Why does T1 insist on a 1+1 contract? Is it related to faker 's contract, or is it an internal team policy?
"The length of the contract depends on the preferences of the players and agents. Historically, players preferred one-year contracts with an option. In recent years, they've started signing multi-year contracts. Many players prefer short-term deals to assess the market situation."
Was there a conflict between T1 and Zeus , or was it his personal choice?
" T1 wanted to keep Zeus , but the decision to leave was up to the player, which is his well-deserved right. Everyone at T1 was unanimous in wanting to retain the ZOFGK lineup."
Why did you choose Doran as Zeus 's replacement?
Answer: "After Zeus decided to leave the team, we discussed with the coaching staff who would be the best replacement and concluded that Doran is a perfect fit for our team. I'm confident that our coaches, like kkOma and Tom, will be able to unlock Doran 's full potential."
The legendary T1 player, Gumayusi , agreed to a one-year contract. Why?
" Gumayusi wanted a one-year contract, and we respected his preferences. Unlike him, Keria and Oner preferred multi-year contracts, and we accommodated their wishes."
Is there a chance that Zeus will return to T1 in the future?
Answer: " Zeus will always be part of the T1 family. He left an unforgettable mark on our history, and he will always have a place here. As we saw with kkOma, who returned in 2019, T1 's door is always open for those who have shaped our legacy."
Why did T1 decide not to change the roster after the setback at MSI 2023?
"After the setback at MSI, we seriously discussed our performance, but decided not to change the roster because we believe in the potential of each player. The team fully understands that it's important to learn from mistakes and grow rather than make hasty decisions."
How does T1 regard those who have been part of their journey?
T1 has always cared for those who have been part of their journey, from legends like Wolf and BoxeR to other players such as Untara , Bengi , and Tom.
