Apex Legends International Sequence (ALGS) champion Han ‘SangJoon’ Sang-joon has introduced that he will likely be retiring from the aggressive scene.
SangJoon leaves the ALGS scene after 4 years {of professional} play, stating that his departure is primarily because of obligatory navy service in South Korea.
In a tough translation of a publish on-line, SangJoon stated: “I’ve determined to retire from the subsequent professional league. There are numerous causes for this, however the largest one is that I’ve to enlist within the navy quickly.”
SangJoon Profession Highlights
The South Korean participant has loved a profitable esports profession throughout the ALGS since 2021. He has performed with a number of well-known organisations, together with his latest tenure with Asian representatives Loopy Raccoon and REJECT previously yr.
Arguably, his most notable achievement consists of successful the 2024 ALGS Break up 1 Playoffs with REJECT, serving to his workforce win $300,000 (~£221,900) in prize funds, alongside being awarded the occasion’s MVP. REJECT started the match inserting fifth within the Group Stage, however finally discovered its footing within the Finals after inserting first in video games two and eight, successful the match with 86 factors in whole.
In 2025, his highest feat was climbing to eighth place out of 30 groups throughout the ALGS APAC North Break up 1 Professional League as a part of Loopy Raccoon. After reaching the Mid-Season Playoffs, Loopy Raccoon positioned thirty second general, leaving with $4,500 (~£3,300) in winnings.
‘I’ve stated many instances that I’m retiring, however this time it’s true, so I’m actually unhappy that I received’t be capable of see you all,” SangJoon added in tough translation. “Thanks to your assist. I used to be capable of go to the playoffs and win, which is actually nice. Thanks for every thing!”
Consequently, SangJoon won’t take part in Apex Legends tournaments within the foreseeable future. This consists of upcoming occasions such because the 2025 Break up 2 Professional League and Challenger Circuits working from August to October, and the ALGS 2026 Championship going down from January fifteenth to 18th, 2026.
