Summary
- T1 signed ADC Kim “Peyz” Su-hwan for the 2026 LCK season on a deal until the year of 2028.
- Peyz returns to the LCK after a year in the LPL with JD Gaming.
- The signing marks a new era for T1’s bot lane, replacing long-time star Gumayusi to focus on future growth.
In a major change for the 2026 LCK season, T1 has officially signed Kim “Peyz” Su-hwan as their new AD Carry (bot laner), who replaced three-time World Champion Lee “Gumayusi” Min-hyeong. Peyz is under contract until 2028, which shows T1’s commitment to the young talent as part of a long-term strategy. This news surprised the LoL community, and fans are wondering how Peyz T1 2026 journey will roll out.
Departure of Gumayusi From T1
Gumayusi’s journey was legendary in the world of League of Legends. He was top of his game, being a three-time world champion and world’s best ADC. Unfortunately, after 7 years, Gumayusi’s departure from T1 marks the end of an era.
Since Gumayusi left the team, T1 now remains with only three members from the original lineup. However, fans don’t need to worry as T1 brings in Peyz, a rising star who may also contribute to T1’s success
Rising Star Peyz To Join T1 in 2026
At just 19 years old, Peyz is already well-established in the competitive League of Legends scene. He started his pro-player journey in the Gen.G Academy, and then he eventually joined their main lineup. During his time with Gen.G, he won multiple LCK titles and was part of their MSI 2024 championship team.
However in 2025, Peyz moved to JD Gaming in China’s LPL. Although the team faced a lot of challenges, Peyz was able to prove himself and remained one of their most consistent carries. As he returns to South Korea and joins T1, Peyz will become part of one of the game’s most biggest organizations.
A Long-Term Deal For Peyz
𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐏𝐞𝐲𝐳
‘Peyz’ 김수환 선수가 T1에 합류하여 2028년까지 함께합니다.
T1은 ‘Peyz’ 선수와 함께 하나의 목표를 향해 더 높은 곳으로 나아가겠습니다.
새로운 환경에서 도전을 시작하는 ‘Peyz’ 선수에게 많은 응원 부탁드립니다.‘Peyz’ begins his journey with T1, staying with… pic.twitter.com/BboPV35dhz
— T1 LoL (@T1LoL) November 19, 2025
While the confirmation a few days earlier sparked rumors about whether Peyz had signed with T1 for 2026, fans were shocked to learn that his contract actually runs until 2028 — making it a multi-year commitment from T1. Through giving him a long-term deal, T1 shows their belief in his talent and their plan to build a core ADC-support pairing for several seasons.
In his announcement, Peyz expressed his excitement about joining T1 and starting “a new chapter” with his new teammates. Essentially, he is set to be in a bot-lane duo with star player, Keria, as his aggressive playstyle fits the veteran player
Peyz T1 2026 Aims to Shakes Things Up
Despite his age, Peyz has already won multiple domestic titles and a Mid-Season Invitational championship. With this, the rising star already has a lot of international experience. In essence, he spent 2025 in the LPL with JD Gaming, wherein he gained valuable experience in a fast-paced competitive scene.
Not only that, Peyz is known for his aggressive, and competitive playstyle. Using his skills, Peyz has shown outstanding potential in both carry and teamfight moments. As his contract will be until 2028, he has time to develop, grow chemistry with Keria, and has the potential to become an important piece in T1’s future plans.
Final Thoughts
The Peyz T1 2026 deal has caused a buzz among the esports community. A lot of fans have expressed their excitement and expectation to the Keria-Peyz duo. Meanwhile, others have expressed their disappointments and sadness because of the departure of the veteran player. This move may be a part of a new era, and fans are now looking forward to seeing how Peyz changes the game.
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