DRX Completes Incredible Comeback in VALORANT Champions 2023
On the second day of playoff matches at VALORANT Champions 2023, one team defied the odds and executed an extraordinary comeback. DRX, known for their impressive comebacks, overcame a 10-1 deficit on the attacking side of Lotus. They then dominated on defense, winning 12 rounds in a row to secure a 13-10 victory over Bilibili Gaming.
Normally, a 10-2 advantage on a defense-sided map like Lotus would guarantee a victory for any team. However, DRX, after losing the pistol round, managed to mount an incredible comeback. This is not the first time DRX has achieved such a feat. In the Champions 2022 group stage, they came back from a 9-3 deficit against FURIA, securing a 12-4 lead.
Now, imagine an even tougher challenge – coming back from a 10-2 deficit. DRX faced this scenario against a formidable BLG roster, but they remained focused. They won the pistol round and went on to win every single round thereafter. Kim “stax” Gu-taek’s clutch pre-fire and defuse became a highlight of their superb performance.
BLG seemed mentally defeated as the pressure mounted, and DRX took advantage of the opportunity. Despite an unlucky pre-match announcement that one of their players wouldn’t be on stage due to COVID, DRX proved themselves to be the kings of the comeback.
DRX Continues Dominance in the Second Map
The momentum from their incredible comeback carried into the next map, Haven. DRX maintained their dominance, winning the first six rounds in a row. To put their achievement into perspective, DRX won a total of 18 consecutive rounds after being down 10-1. Although the first half of Haven ended 7-5 in favor of DRX, BLG couldn’t mount as strong of a comeback as DRX did in the previous map. DRX ultimately won the second map 13-9, securing a 2-0 series victory.
Future Fans Will Remember DRX’s Extraordinary Performance
With this remarkable series win, DRX has solidified their reputation as a team capable of achieving the impossible. VALORANT fans will remember their incredible comeback on Lotus and their flawless defense. DRX has once again proven that they are a force to be reckoned with in the esports world.
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