The top four teams have now emerged in the Valorant World Championship in Seoul, South Korea. Sentinels have advanced by taking down Fnatic in crucial moments. The tournament has been full of surprises, with fan favorites struggling and underdog teams making remarkable runs. There’s plenty to analyze, including the impressive performance of Edward Gaming in the upper bracket.
Rostermania: 100 Thieves & Coaching Decisions
100 Thieves did not make it to the World Championship and now face critical decisions regarding their roster. Despite missing out, they have committed to keeping their head coach, Zikz, until the end of 2024. This move indicates confidence in his ability to lead the team forward.
G2 Esports Strategy Controversy
A major talking point has been G2’s controversial strategy in their series against Leviathan. On Abyss, they deliberately jumped off the map to deny the opposing team money and ultimate points, a tactic seen in other games like Counter-Strike. This strategy sparked debate, with some calling it disrespectful to the sport. However, many argue it’s simply a strategic decision within the rules of the game.
Both sides have a pretty decent case to their story. Straight-up jumping off the map helps prevent players from donating more ult orbs to the opposition. The denial of these ult orbs might be worth jumping off the map as it postpones the opposition from farming ult points during eco round.
Edward Gaming Puts in a Shift Against Sentinels – Valorant News
Edward Gaming has become a force in the tournament. After struggling to find practice partners, they benefited from scrimming against Paper Rex. The addition of Simon to their roster has paid off, especially with his 40 assists in the Valorant series against Sentinels. Edward Gaming’s rise has been impressive, and they continue to be a team to watch.
Leviathan and Heretics Showdown
Leviathan’s victory over Team Heretics in the upper bracket was another highlight. They delivered strong performances on Icebox and Lotus, with Aspas leading the way. Despite a slow start to the tournament, Aspas stepped up when it mattered most, helping his team advance.
Fnatic’s Disappointing Valorant Performance Against Sentinels
Fnatic entered the year with high expectations but fell short. Their goal was to dominate all international events, yet they only managed a few wins on the global stage. Despite standout performances from players like Derke and Chronicle, they couldn’t overcome their challenges. The absence of Leo, who was replaced by Hero, proved costly in their match against Sentinels.
Sentinels’ Strong Run Continues
Sentinels secured a crucial win against Fnatic to move into the top four. Despite a tough battle, they dominated on the final map, Lotus, with an impressive 13-6 victory. This win marks their deepest run in a world championship to date. Sentinels now prepare to face the winners of Heretics and DRX, making this their furthest advance in a major tournament.
The tournament bracket is shaping up with Edward Gaming facing Leviathan in the winner’s bracket, while Heretics and DRX battle it out in the lower bracket. The competition remains fierce, with no clear favorite as teams vie for the championship title.
