Chinese victory marks another big step for esports

Esports has also become a platform for promoting Chinese culture on the international stage.

Tian said that during this year's World Championship, the LPL sent numerous gifts featuring elements of traditional Chinese culture to foreign rivals. The gifts included folding paper fans, Chinese knots and a copy of The Art of War, an ancient Chinese military treatise.

Jin Yibo, CEO of TJ Sports, which operates the LPL, said: "As a competitive sport, results at major tournaments are important. Apart from that, we should also be proactive in promoting our culture.