The stage for the final of Valorant Champions 2023 is getting ready as the first finalists, Paper Rex, have arrived. After a competitive semi-final battle against Evil Geniuses, the Pacific League team clutched victory. Their news of reaching the finals of Valorant Champions has excited many loyal fans.
However, Riot Games has also issued a warning against the finalists. While the Pacific League team has taken this warning to their hearts, the news did not bode well with the fans. Multiple fans have come forward to accuse Riot Games of partiality as the drama is unfolding.
What happened during the Paver Rex vs. Evil Geniuses Valorant match?
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On August 25, Paper Rex and Evil Geniuses faced off to gain a spot in the Champions 2023. The teams had a fierce matchup, however, Paper Rex clutched the game with 10-13, 13-9, and 15-13 scores. While the fans thoroughly enjoyed the gun-handling skills of both teams, the banter between the two teams was what the hearts of the fans.
Evil Geniuses had become notorious throughout the tournament for their trash talks. They were constantly seen sledging and teabagging other teams during the tournament. Paper Rex decided to return the favor in the upper bracket semi-final with them teabagging the opponents.
However, this retaliation from Paper Rex did not bode well with the creators of Valorant, Riot Games. After winning the match, Paper Rex revealed what went on in their heads while also surprisingly revealing the actions taken against them by Riot Games.
Paper Rex got a warning from Riot Games
After the victory, the Paper Rex team sat down in a press conference, to answer about their win against EG. When asked about the teabagging incident, Paper Rex’s Something said, “It’s like no emotions, we just did it for fun.”
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However, his teammate f0rsakeN made a shocking revelation claiming, “Actually, we got a warning for teabagging.” This caused a debate in the community, as EG had done teabagging in the past without known consequences.
But the matchup of PRX vs. EG was a highly entertaining one. It can once again become a reality if EG wins the lower bracket final. However, they would have to face a tough opponent LOUD.
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With this action against the finalists of Valorant Champions 2023, however, Riot Games is looking to send out a strong message to other teams. The creators are possibly trying to keep the gameplay civil so all age groups can enjoy the matches.
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