Team Liquid Defeats NAVI 3-1 in Valorant Champions Tour Grand Final to Claim First Major International Championship

Team Liquid completed one of the most impressive championship runs in Valorant competitive history on Friday night at the VCT Arena in Los Angeles, defeating Natus Vincere 3-1 in the Valorant Champions Tour Grand Final to claim their first major international championship and cement their status as one of the premier tactical shooters teams in the world.

The North American organization was led by the French duo of Adil ScreaM Benrlitom and Nivera Nivera, who combined for 142 kills across the four-map series while demonstrating the kind of precise aim and tactical awareness that has made them two of the most feared players in professional Valorant. ScreaM finished with a series-high 1.34 rating while Nivera contributed crucial clutch rounds that swung momentum in Liquid favor.

This feels absolutely incredible after all the hard work our team has put in over the past year, ScreaM said during the trophy presentation ceremony. NAVI is such a strong team with amazing individual players, but we prepared perfectly for this series and our teamwork was flawless tonight. This championship belongs to everyone in the Liquid organization.

The series began with Liquid taking a commanding 13-7 victory on Ascent before NAVI responded with a narrow 13-11 win on Bind to even the series at 1-1. However, Liquid regained control with dominant performances on Haven and Icebox, outplaying their European opponents in crucial late-round situations while showcasing superior tactical preparation and individual skill.

NAVI fought valiantly throughout the series despite the disappointing result, with star player Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev posting impressive statistics across multiple maps. The Ukrainian legend demonstrated flashes of the brilliance that made him a Counter-Strike icon, but he could not single-handedly overcome Liquid superior team coordination and depth.

Team Liquid victory represents the culmination of a remarkable tournament run that saw them defeat defending champions Sentinels, European powerhouse Fnatic, and Brazilian favorites LOUD en route to the championship. Their combination of veteran leadership and emerging talent has established them as the new standard for international Valorant competition.

The $750,000 first-place prize represents the largest payout in Team Liquid Valorant history and validates the organization significant investment in building a championship-caliber roster. Their tactical innovation and ability to adapt mid-series demonstrated the kind of strategic depth required to succeed at the highest level of professional gaming.

With this major championship now secured, Team Liquid has established themselves as the clear favorites for upcoming international tournaments and positioned North America as a legitimate threat to European and Asian dominance in tactical FPS esports. Their combination of individual skill and team chemistry makes them a dangerous opponent for any team when tournament stakes are highest.

The victory caps off what has been an outstanding year for Team Liquid across multiple esports titles.