The two greatest trophy runs

FPX missed out on Reykjavik but made Copenhagen only to be missing their star sentinel. Still they survived groups until he could arrive and close it out with that iconic 4K.

EG started the first villain narrative full of bluster despite coming off a 0-3 loss in Tokyo. Everyone wanted them to lose but they crushed every obstacle on home soil in LA.

NS were fresh out of Premier and stole the APAC crown from PRX, the third after GenG and T1 who both fell off. It set an example that even gifted amateurs could reach the biggest stages and take home a trophy.

LEV marks a new era for SA Valorant after practically 3 years of decline. Many will follow into their steps following the introduction of Open circuits and Cups in the region in 2027.