Artem Bykov

#LEC Commissioner @RiotGames. I have a lifelong dedication to esports that began in gaming cafes 20 years ago.

[Artem Bykov @arbykov]

@galyonkin love it! Especially as a long-time DDR and StarCraft II fan :)

[Artem Bykov @arbykov]

Hi #LEC fans! I’ll be joining @JankosLoL live on his Twitch stream on Monday, May 4 ahead of the FNC vs VIT match. Tune in at 16:00 CEST / https://t.co/738dqmDxqW!

With the Spring Split Regular Season coming to an end, we thought it’d be a good moment to sit down and chat through a few of the things you’ve been asking about lately. I'd like to share how the format came together and what goes into those decisions, talk about Roadtrips (Évry last weekend, Madrid next, and how we approach locations), plus answer other community questions about the LEC.

If you have feedback or questions ahead of the stream don't hesitate to drop them below, I'll see you on Monday!

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@Zantdlr I'm sure you gonna rock it! 🔥

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@BrokenBlade thank you for the incredible performance and giving your all on the rift - you united the whole region together this weekend. Huge applause to everyone at G2 👏🏻

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@rodrigo_rlt @AlbanDechelotte 🙌🏻

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@G2League 💚💚💚

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@MedicCasts @Vedius are you playing at the main event? Best of luck! 🤞

[John Daniel Depa @RiotTriaged]

Hey there, #LEC fans!

The @LEC is currently trialling updates to Champion Select, and now that we’re hitting playoffs, you’ll notice one larger change as part of this trial. Check out the thread for more information, we want to hear your thoughts.

[Artem Bykov @arbykov]

hey, thanks for the question. The Roadtrip in Barcelona is co-produced by MKOI and the majority of the hardware will be provided and installed by MKOI's crew (all Spain-based). In last year’s Madrid example - both the hardware and the crew were coming from Berlin which required more time.

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@NAVILeague GGs!

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@SKGamingLeague no bow though! *takes notes*

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@SKGamingLeague you got this

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@LEC @LIDERlol sick fight from SK!!

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@Jackspektra circle of strength 🤣

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@G2League 10

[Artem Bykov @arbykov]

🚨#LEC UPDATE🚨

Hey everyone, for the remainder of LEC Versus, we’ll be starting the show 15 minutes earlier.

RDY CHK: 16:30 CET
Pick & Ban: 16:45 CET

A couple of updates this year have contributed to longer showtimes, including the additional match during the LEC Versus Group Stage and the removal of pre-recorded drafting based on feedback from pro teams and fans.

During Week 1, the show ran even longer than we expected, so we’re making a few tweaks to the overall show flow and this time change is one of them.

I'm excited to see what teams take the lead in the standings after Week 2. Make sure to tune in for the show tomorrow, we'll see you online and at the studio in Berlin!

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The action returns on Saturday:
Check out the matches for week 2 of #LEC Versus! 🗓️

[Artem Bykov @arbykov]

@lec_fanart thank you very much for the fantastic artworks - we love them!

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@Caltyss gl hf!

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@Puppe_lol this is the way

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Can finally say this out loud: #LEC will have 6 major arena events in 2026 (5 Roadtrips plus Summer Final), with the first one happening next month in Barcelona for the LEC Versus Finals. Teams at MKOI, KC, and Riot have been going far and beyond since August to make this ambitious plan a reality - all while preparing for the studio show days, with the first one this Saturday. Incredibly proud of the work we’ve put into this - 2026 will be massive for the LEC.

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https://t.co/cNS1RqbPBh

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@Grazen 🤝