VALORANT Champions is the final tournament of the year in the esteemed VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT), scheduled to run from August 1 to 25. Featuring the top 16 teams from around the world, this event is the pinnacle of competitive VALORANT gaming. The first day of the tournament showcased two highly anticipated rematches, pitting Sentinels against Gen G and FunPlus Phoenix against Team Heretics. Let’s delve into some key highlights from the opening day of this prestigious competition.
Gen G Secures a Dominant Victory over Sentinels in the VALORANT Champions
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Group B of the VALORANT Champions 2024 was dubbed the “group of death” due to the presence of both VCT Masters winners, Madrid and Shanghai. In an epic showdown, Gen G faced off against Sentinels, with revenge on their minds from their previous encounter at VCT Masters Madrid. Gen G, riding high on recent victories, emerged as the favorite for this match.
The first game, held on Sentinels’ map pick of Haven, saw an impressive performance from Gen G’s Meteor with a 1v3 clutch, setting the tone for their 13-8 victory. Notably, t3xture stole the show with a standout KDA of 24/12/4, earning him the MVP title.
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Gen G carried their momentum into the second game on Ascent, securing a decisive 13-7 victory over Sentinels. With standout plays from Karon on Omen, Gen G exacted their revenge and emerged triumphant.
“I am trying to remember the last time I got an Ace. Lakia should apologize for stealing my Ace opportunity during the first map,” remarked t3xture after the match.
FunPlus Phoenix And Team Heretics Deliver Another Unforgettable B03 Series
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In a thrilling rematch from VCT Masters Shanghai, Team Heretics squared off against FunPlus Phoenix in a high-stakes battle. The first game, played on the map of Abyss, saw Team Heretics emerge victorious in a tense 14-12 finish after a spirited comeback.
On the map of Bind, FunPlus Phoenix took the lead but this time managed to maintain their advantage, securing a 13-9 win. Autumn from the Oceania region shone brightly with six first-bloods on Chamber, showcasing exceptional skill.
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The deciding game on Lotus proved to be an intense affair, with the score tied at 13-13. In a nail-biting finish, Team Heretics emerged victorious with a 15-13 win, solidifying their place in VALORANT history with a stellar performance.
