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Sport19 July 2026Archive brief

In esports, Dplus KIA defeats Karmine Corp 3–0 to win the League of Legends title at the 2026 Esports World Cup

In esports, Dplus KIA defeats Karmine Corp 3–0 to win the League of Legends title at the 2026 Esports World Cup, extending South Korea's winning streak to three years and securing its first international title since 2020.

By Belfast Herald Sport2 min read

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