LOUD defeats Team Vitality to reach VALORANT Champions 2026 Grand Final

LOUD has secured a place in the VALORANT Champions 2026 Grand Final after defeating Team Vitality 2-1 in the Upper Bracket Final. The tournament is currently being held in Shanghai.

Team Vitality took the first map, Lotus, with a 13-8 victory by utilizing strong defensive play and coordinated retakes. LOUD responded on Summit, winning 13-5 behind a strong performance from player lukxo, who recorded 16 first bloods. In the deciding map, Haven, Vitality attempted an aggressive composition featuring Yoru, Chamber, and Neon, but LOUD maintained composure to win the map 13-11.

With this victory, LOUD advances directly to the Grand Final. Team Vitality will move to the Lower Bracket for another chance to qualify for the championship match.