Bleed Esports Signs VALORANT Superstar Yay for VCT Pacific
Bleed Esports has officially signed Jaccob “yay” Whiteaker, one of VALORANT’s biggest superstars, to a two-year deal. The North American star and Masters Reykjavík 2022 winner will be competing in VCT Pacific against top teams like Paper Rex, DRX, and ZETA DIVISION, the organization announced today.
Yay’s Move to Asia
Yay’s move to Asia has attracted a lot of attention. He stated that he was intrigued by the unique style of games in Asia and China and wanted to experience it first-hand to develop his own game. According to yay, the players in Asia are known for their aggressive playstyle and willingness to take risks, making it a fun and challenging environment to compete in.
Financial Considerations and Friendly Environment
Yay also mentioned that the financial situation in North America played a role in his decision to move to Singapore and the Pacific region. He expressed his satisfaction with being in a more friendly and less toxic environment compared to his past teams. Yay acknowledged that winning championships takes time and patience.
Confirmation of Speculation
The official signing confirms the speculation that yay was heading to Bleed Esports. Fans had suspected his move, especially after seeing him duo with Derrick “Deryeon” Yee on the “zommy” account. Yay faced challenges in keeping the move a secret, as he was recognized in public in Singapore and couldn’t use voice comms during ranked matches.
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