Talon eliminate DFM from Pacific LCQ

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Talon and Patiphan , in particular, have a history of playing unorthodox compositions and roles. However, the Thai team seems to have found a clear direction and philosophy during the break.

“We've been experimenting a lot in scrims… I've been playing every role possible,” said Patiphan.

Patiphan and company are set to face off against Gen.G (Photo by Riot Games)

Now playing controller for his team, Patiphan was vital for his team's success in the series. With a 1.25 rating, powered by a superb 1.47 rated performance on Ascent, he topped the server alongside garnetS . With 196 ADR and eight multi-kill rounds, Patiphan was certainly the MVP behind Talon's 13-8 victory to secure the series.

GarnetS has remained a consistent force for Talon since LOCK//IN. With Talon stabilizing their macro play, he has been able to focus on his role as an entry, garnering a +9 FK/FD ratio over the series. This first duel success was a vital piece of the strong site hits that powered Talon's Fracture attack side and led to a 13-7 win.

Both stars contributed to two overwhelming victories for Talon in the series as the Thai team was rarely put in uncomfortable situations.

Despite the series loss, DFM had short moments of brilliance that should not go unnoticed. Anthem played a lights-out map on Fracture and won three clutches over the entirety of the series. With 203 ADR, Anthem was pivotal for keeping his team in the running on the first map.

DFM are left as the only franchised VCT organization without a single win to their name in 2023 and will look for a brighter future next year.

Talon Esports survive in the LCQ and are set to play Gen.G on Wednesday, July 19.