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Claudio Castagnoli praises League of Legends at Worlds 2026 quarterfinals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 1:24 AM

Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Claudio Castagnoli praises League of Legends at Worlds 2026 quarterfinals

Summary

At the League of Legends World Championship quarterfinals in Allen, Texas, AEW pro wrestler Claudio Castagnoli expressed his admiration for the game, calling it 'the best sport to watch.' He highlighted the excitement of League of Legends and compared its fan engagement to that of AEW events. Castagnoli, who has limited time for gaming due to his wrestling schedule, has been drawn into the League through a crossover event between WWE and Riot Games eight years ago. He also noted his intent to explore more esports culture, particularly in Korea, where the game is extremely popular.

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•Castagnoli attended the League of Legends Worlds 2026 event on November 6.
•He compared the enthusiasm of League fans to that of AEW audiences.
•Castagnoli noted similarities in storytelling between League of Legends and pro wrestling.
•He emphasized the importance of experiencing live events for fans.
•Castagnoli aims to engage more with the League community in the future.

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