LCK squads have opened Worlds 2026 Swiss Stage with a perfect 4-0 record, while all four LPL representatives dropped their opening matches for the first time in the format, sharply elevating the region’s implied probability to 80.5 percent. Strong domestic seasons from Gen.G, Hanwha Life Esports, T1, and Dplus KIA, combined with convincing early wins against international opposition, reinforce trader confidence in Korea’s depth and execution. LPL sides such as Bilibili Gaming and Anyone’s Legend enter at 17.5 percent after early setbacks that highlight adaptation struggles. European and North American representatives remain distant at 2.4 percent and 1.3 percent, respectively, reflecting limited historical success and narrower talent pools against the top two regions.