The VALORANT Champions 2024 tournament is currently taking place in Seoul, South Korea, featuring the top teams from all four VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Leagues. The group stages concluded with a surprising upset as Paper Rex lost to EDward Gaming. Following this, VALORANT hosted the fixture draw for the playoffs bracket. Let’s delve into the playoff brackets and share some exclusive insights.
VALORANT Champions 2024 Playoff Brackets
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The VALORANT Champions 2024 tournament kicked off with the group stage phase, where each group comprised four teams, one from each VCT League. Using a double-bracket format, the top two teams from each group advanced to the playoffs. Here are the eight qualifying teams:
- DRX
- Sentinels
- Trace Esports
- EDward Gaming
- G2 Esports
- LEVIATAN
- FNATIC
- Team Heretics
After the group stage matches, including the intense Paper Rex vs. EDward Gaming clash, VALORANT conducted the playoff draw. Teams were drawn from separate bowls based on their group rankings. The playoffs are scheduled to commence on August 14th, with the following matchups:
- DRX Vs. Sentinels
- Trace Esports Vs. EDward Gaming
- G2 Esports Vs. LEVIATAN
- Team Heretics Vs. FNATIC
Let’s delve into some key matchups to gain a better understanding:
DRX vs Sentinels
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DRX and Sentinels have a long history in VALORANT esports. DRX dominated the VCT Pacific region, while Sentinels emerged victorious in the inaugural VCT Masters. This season, Sentinels have been strong, winning VCT Masters Madrid. Meanwhile, DRX made roster changes to enhance their lineup, setting the stage for an intriguing showdown between the two teams.
Trace Esports vs EDward Gaming
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Trace Esports and EDward Gaming have a competitive history, with EDward Gaming holding the upper hand in previous matchups. This international showdown will test Trace Esports’ recent form and determination to secure a victory against their rivals. It will be a thrilling match to watch during this year’s tournament.
