Esports: LEC to bring back live audience for Spring Split
The LEC is bringing back the live audience for one series, as the competition moves closer to the Spring Split finals. This will be the first time that the live audience has been brought back since the start of the LEC franchising system
LEC to bring back live audience for Spring Split FinalsThe live audience will be present for the semi-final match between Fnatic and Splyce. This decision was made in a bid to improve the fan experience after feedback from viewers indicated that they wanted to see a more traditional sports atmosphere in the arena.
Splyce’s CEO Marty Strenczewilk commented on the news, stating that:
“We’re excited to have the live audience back in the arena for the semi-final. Fnatic is our biggest rival and it’s always a great matchup to see in person. The atmosphere should be electric.”
The audience will be situated in the front row of the stage, so they will have an up-close and personal experience with the players.
Fans were quick to point out they were disappointed only the grand final would feature a live audience and they didn’t do it for the playoffs. According to Riot, this is due to safety concerns. “Safety is still our number one priority, so we are taking small, incremental steps to ensure that the reintegration of our much-missed audience happens as smoothly as possible. Bringing fans back to the studio in a controlled manner has required a lot of planning and the 2022 LEC Spring Season Finals is the first opportunity we have to allow us to do this safely.”
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