Han 'Peanut' Wang-ho retires from Esports following HLE's Worlds exit

HLE fell 1–3 to Gen.G in Tuesday's quarterfinal matchup of Worlds, held on the 28th at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China.

The loss brought Peanut's storied career to an end. The South Korean first entered the pro-LoL scene in 2014 and went on to earn multiple LCK split titles and a runner-up finish at 2017 Worlds.

Speaking to the press after HLE's loss, Peanut admitted he had regrets.

"I hoped I wouldn't be left with regrets, but when you lose, you inevitably are," said the 27-year-old.

"Still, the fans who came to the arena today cheered so loudly that I feel like I'll take away a good memory.

"It'll be remembered as a Worlds filled with regret, and my head isn't working very well right now. It's sad that I can't keep going any longer.

"I hope to be remembered as a player who performed well for a long time. It's a shame I never captured a Worlds title, but I played well for over ten years and received so much love from so many people, which makes me happy. Ten years ago, I was just a kid who simply loved LoL and loved climbing higher. After becoming a pro, I learned what it means to be loved by fans and to play for so many people. I'd tell that younger me not to give up and to keep doing his best.

"Thank you so much. Even if you weren't my fan, I'm proud that we could deliver entertaining games to everyone who watched the LCK. I won't be with you going forward, but you never know how life goes. Thank you truly, and I hope everyone stays happy."