The history books have been rewritten. In a grand final that will be remembered for years, Leviatán have emerged as the champions of VALORANT Masters London 2026, taking down Paper Rex in a grueling 3-2 series. This victory marks the first international VCT trophy for the organization, cementing their place among the global elite.
The road to the title was anything but conventional. After suffering an early 2-0 defeat at the hands of Paper Rex in the upper bracket quarterfinals, the squad from the Americas was forced to grind through the lower bracket. What followed was a masterclass in resilience. They dismantled heavyweights including Team Heretics and EDward Gaming, proving that their system, orchestrated by the veteran IGL kiNgg, could adapt to any challenge.
In the grand final, the tension was palpable. Paper Rex opened the series with a dominant 13-3 win on Fracture, looking every bit the favorites they were billed as. When they followed up with a 13-6 victory on Split, a clean sweep seemed inevitable. Yet, Leviatán refused to break. The team found their footing on the third map, clawing back into the series before mounting a stunning comeback. By the time the final map concluded with a decisive 13-5 scoreline, the momentum had shifted entirely.
The tournament MVP, rookie sensation Neon, was instrumental in this turnaround. Promoted from the academy roster, his impact on the server was undeniable, providing the mechanical firepower needed to push the team over the finish line.
For those looking to track the next wave of competition, you can check out the latest MyEsports predictions to see how the landscape shifts for the upcoming events. As the dust settles in London, one thing is clear: the Americas region has a new powerhouse, and the rest of the world has been put on notice.