More than 33.9 million hours were watched across the four series, a 47% increase in viewership compared to 2023.
Worlds 2024 Quarterfinals Break Viewership Records – Two Series Surpass 3 Million Viewers
The 2024 League of Legends World Championship quarterfinals took place at the Adidas arena in Paris, France, with thousands of fans in attendance. The top 8 teams from the Swiss stage delivered thrilling performances, setting up an all-Eastern semifinal, where at least one Chinese and one Korean team will advance to the Grand Final in London.
T1 once again stole the spotlight, dominating Top Esports in a 3-0 sweep. Despite the one-sided nature of the match, more than 3.6 million viewers tuned in, according to Esports Charts, making it the most-watched quarterfinal in Worlds history.
FlyQuest Offers Western Fans a Glimmer of Hope
The most exciting series of the quarterfinals came the following day when Gen.G faced off against LCS team FlyQuest. While many expected a straightforward win for Gen.G, FlyQuest surprised everyone with unconventional picks and strategies, pushing the match to a fifth game. Though they couldn’t complete the upset, they captivated over 3.5 million viewers, showcasing the enduring appeal of underdog stories in esports.
Caedrel Tops Co-Streaming During Quarterfinals
Marc “Caedrel” Lamont maintained his position as the most popular co-streamer of Worlds 2024, peaking at 340.7K concurrent viewers during the FlyQuest vs. Gen.G series, setting a new personal record.
Semifinals Poised to Break Even More Records
With China and Korea’s top teams clashing in the semifinals, new viewership milestones are expected, particularly when T1 takes on tournament favorites Gen.G on October 27. Both teams are among the most iconic in League of Legends, and with their seasons on the line, millions of fans worldwide are expected to tune in for what promises to be a historic showdown.
