Karmine Corp’s women’s VALORANT team has taken the spotlight once more after an exceptional performance in Stage 2 of the VCT Game Changers EMEA circuit. Following a thrilling final against GIANTX GC, the French powerhouse has secured its second consecutive title this season, solidifying its dominance in the region.
Their journey was far from easy. Karmine Corp finished the group stage with a 5 4 record, landing them in fourth place and placing them in the Knockout Round of the playoffs. From there, the team ignited a momentum shift that would carry them all the way to the trophy. First came a hard fought 2 1 victory over Twisted Orchid, which served as the spark for a blazing run. They followed it up with back to back sweeps against two of the tournament's most respected squads, G2 Gozen and GIANTX GC, to reach the Grand Final.
The rematch in the Grand Final brought the stakes even higher. GIANTX GC came in hungry for revenge, but Karmine Corp proved too resilient. After the series stretched to a fifth map, a devastating 13 1 blowout on Lotus gave Karmine Corp full control. They closed the match with a confident 13 8 win on Sunset, clinching the Stage 2 crown and a €15,000 prize.
With this victory, Karmine Corp not only secures the majority of the prize pool but also takes home 90 EMEA points, pushing their total to 150 and guaranteeing their qualification for the VCT Game Changers Championship later this year. Their consistency across both Stage 1 and Stage 2 has placed them at the top of the leaderboard, making them the team to beat.
This win also reflects the strength and stability of Karmine Corp’s VALORANT program. From smart roster decisions to disciplined gameplay under pressure, their rise has been methodical and well earned. The team’s back to back wins demonstrate that they are not only contenders for EMEA dominance but potential favorites heading into the global Game Changers Championship.
As the focus now shifts to Stage 3, set to begin on September 30 and conclude in Istanbul on November 2, the rest of the field will be preparing to challenge Karmine Corp’s growing legacy. Ten EMEA teams will battle across three weeks of group play for a spot in the playoffs, but all eyes will be on whether anyone can stop Karmine Corp’s perfect season.
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