100 Thieves Reach Grand Final, LOUD Eliminate G2 at VCT 2026: Americas Stage 2
100 Thieves have secured a spot in the grand final of VCT 2026: Americas Stage 2 after defeating NRG 2:0 in the upper bracket final. In the lower bracket semifinal, LOUD eliminated G2 Esports 2:0, setting up a decisive lower bracket final against NRG.
100 Thieves closed out the series on Abyss (13:3) and Sunset (13:6). Timothée "Timotino" Lavigne Dupont was the standout performer, finishing with 253 ACS, a figure 8% above his six-month average. NRG’s best individual ADR was 137, while 100 Thieves maintained a consistent advantage across both maps.
LOUD overcame G2 Esports on Abyss (13:3) and Summit (13:6). Roberto "erde" Lobos led the match with 272 ACS, exceeding his six-month average by 38%. G2 Esports’ highest ADR was 138, but LOUD’s collective performance secured the 2:0 victory.
The tournament runs from July 16 to September 7, featuring twelve group-stage teams and four Challengers teams competing for a $250,000 prize pool. Both finalists earn direct slots at VALORANT Champions 2026, while two additional Americas representatives will qualify through Championship Points.
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