At the 2026 FSL Summer Final Stage held at the Jamsil DN Colosseum on August 30, BNK FEARX's 'Light' Kim Seon-jae defeated kt Rolster's 'UTA' Lee Ji-hwan with a set score of 3-1, becoming the first player to advance to the grand finals. Demonstrating remarkable momentum this season, 'Light' stood his ground against 'UTA', showcasing his playstyle effectively to claim the victory.

Below is the post-match interview with BNK FEARX's 'Light' Kim Seon-jae.

Q. How do you feel about defeating 'UTA' and advancing to the finals?

While preparing for this season, my mindset was just to reach the Round of 16. After getting through the Round of 16, I wanted to relax and enjoy myself, so I'm thrilled to have made it all the way to the finals. It feels like a dream.

Q. You've defeated formidable opponents like 'Hoseok' and 'UTA'.

I consider both of them to be strong title contenders in FSL. Although I beat them to get here, they remain tough opponents if we meet again. Whomever I face, I will do my best to win again.

Q. What was the turning point of today's match?

In Set 2, when I brought the score to 4-4 and won the penalty shootout, my nerves eased and I felt momentum shift in my favor.

Q. What were your thoughts on the draft?

Seeing Cristiano Ronaldo and Ronaldo Nazario made me think it wouldn't be easy. Still, the defensive preparation we made today paid off. Thanks to players like Romero and the rest of the backline holding strong, we were able to shut them down.

Q. You're the first to qualify for the finals. How do you plan to prepare?

Since my opponent will be determined on the day of the match, it's crucial to understand the playstyles of all the remaining players. I plan to adapt my strategy based on who I face on the day of the finals.

Q. Back in the Liiv SANDBOX days, the team was a powerhouse, but subsequent results were somewhat disappointing. Does this feel like restoring the team's legacy?

Ever since 'NoiZ' won the title last season, I felt we might pull off something special again this season, but I didn't expect that opportunity to come to me.

Q. The finals will be a Bo7. How are you approaching that?

Unlike a Bo5, you need one more win, so stamina will be crucial. If my energy drops during the match, I plan to bring some candy or something (laughs).

Q. Do you have any final words?

The team atmosphere has been great this year. We've had so many fans cheering us on this season. I'll work hard to repay all their support. Thank you.