VALORANT Champions 2022: Brazil’s LOUD Claims Victory in Most-Watched Grand Final Ever
The VALORANT Champions 2022 marked a historic moment as Brazil’s LOUD became the second-ever world champions. It was a groundbreaking win, as it was the first time a team outside of North America or EMEA claimed an international trophy. The tournament also set a new record for viewership, with the grand final being the most-watched VALORANT event to date.
The tournament was filled with memorable moments, including China’s debut, DRX’s long-awaited international breakthrough, the controversy surrounding the FPX vs. XSET replay, and LOUD’s near-perfect playoff run. These moments, along with the incredible stories behind them, have left an indelible mark on VALORANT Champions 2022.
If you missed a day or a significant play, don’t worry. Here are the top five plays from VALORANT Champions 2022:
Top Five Plays from VALORANT Champions 2022
Crashies’ Amazing Fracture Ropes Ace Against BOOM
OpTic had a rocky start against BOOM Esports in their opening series, but Crashies changed the game with his incredible play on Fracture. As BOOM attempted to cross to the other side of the map using the ropes, Crashies was waiting for them, taking down all five BOOM players with ease.
Rb’s Spectacular A Site Hold Seals the Ascent Comeback Against FURIA
Rb’s impressive play during DRX’s run was highlighted in their match against FURIA. After trailing 9-3 in the first half, DRX staged a comeback. In a critical moment, Rb held off a three-vs-five situation on A site, securing crucial kills and sending the map into overtime.
Jinggg’s Brilliant Raze Ultimate on Pearl
In a match between Paper Rex and EDward Gaming, Jinggg showcased exceptional gameplay with a Raze ultimate on Pearl. He strategically positioned himself, using blast packs to gain an elevated view of B long and successfully eliminating the opposition’s Viper, disrupting their execute plans.
Aspas’ Unbelievable Low-Health Clutch Against OpTic in the Grand Final
LOUD dominated the grand finals, with aspas delivering an incredible clutch moment. Facing a one-vs-three situation with limited health and time, aspas managed to eliminate three players from OpTic, securing a round-win and shifting the momentum in LOUD’s favor.
Victor Outplays ScreaM, Revealing Flaws in the Phoenix Ultimate
In a playoff series between Liquid and OpTic, Victor’s quick thinking and knowledge of the game served him well. He outplayed ScreaM in a 1v1 situation by anticipating ScreaM’s ultimate recall location and securing a decisive kill before time ran out, ultimately sealing the victory for his team.
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