DK unintentionally becomes the center of discussion after LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 group stage
As is known, the LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 group stage has concluded with the top 4 finalized. However, while teams like HLE, Gen.G, and T1 still compete for MSI spots, and KT clings to slim hopes, DK has become a “lucky beneficiary.”
Following the group stage, with HLE’s victory over BRO, DK officially became the 4th LCK team to qualify for EWC 2026. Even before the season ends, DK has added $16,000 to their budget by finishing 3rd overall in the Korean regional qualifiers for EWC 2026. This guarantees DK a certain amount of prize money regardless of their performance in the upcoming tournament in France.
Notably, all these benefits come from DK’s commendable efforts during the Korean regional qualifiers for EWC 2026. Many fans even consider DK the “best macro team in LCK,” as despite their ups and downs in LCK, they demonstrated solid form in the EWC qualifiers, earning immediate rewards. For those unaware, although HLE won the EWC 2026 qualifiers, neither they nor Gen.G or T1 have secured any prize money yet.
DK also still has a shot at MSI 2026
Ranked 5th, DK theoretically and practically still has a chance at MSI 2026. However, strong contenders like KT and Gen.G lie ahead, and potentially HLE or T1 as well. But DK has previously pulled off shocking victories at the LCK Cup 2026 and in this year’s group stage, giving fans reason to believe they can replicate this success on the Road to MSI.