Breaking News: Smeb Departs from ROX Tigers
The ROX Tigers have officially announced the departure of their star player, Song “Smeb” Kyung-ho. After a successful first-place finish in the 2016 LCK Summer Split and a near miss at the 2016 World Championship finals, Smeb will be leaving the team.
Earlier this week, the ROX Tigers hinted at potential changes within their roster, and now it’s confirmed that Smeb is parting ways with the team, as stated in their official Facebook post.
ROX Tigers’ Farewell Message
The official announcement from the ROX Tigers reads:
“Kyung-ho ‘Smeb’ Song joined the Tigers after a couple of lackluster years with Incredible Miracle, but he quickly rose to become one of the best players in the world. His growth with the ROX Tigers has been remarkable, earning him the back-to-back season MVP titles this year. Smeb has been a key member of the team for the past two years, contributing greatly to our success. Today, we bid farewell to our top laner Smeb, though we eagerly anticipate his future achievements. Thank you for your dedication, and we will miss your brilliant play and passion for the game.”
Data-injection=”true”>Smeb’s Heartfelt Message to His Fans:
“Throughout these past two years, I have pushed myself to the limit and achieved great results. I have approached every game with joy and enthusiasm. The support from our fans has been crucial to the ROX Tigers’ success and joy over these years. I want to sincerely thank everyone who has supported the ROX Tigers. I wish you all the best. Thank you.”
What’s Next for Smeb?
We are left wondering where Smeb will go from here. Share your thoughts by commenting below or tweeting us at @GAMURScom.
Photo credits: Riot Games
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