The time may have finally come for the Sentinels. Their journey might have started on a rough path, but the vision is definitely clear for the team.
The Rebirth of Sentinels
The Sentinels have been gaining attention from the VALORANT esports community as they set out in a dominating performance. They successfully took home a 2-0 victory against DRX in the upper bracket quarterfinals. This positioned the team as a strong contender for the championship title.
But, despite the stellar performance, one question has been going around for the team. Can the Sentinels go all the way and clinch the championship?
The journey of Sentinel to this point has been drawing applause from the community. Entering the tournament as underdogs, the team’s determination emerged through their struggles in the earlier stages of the VALORANT Champions Tour. With an upset over tournament favorites Gen. G Esports in the group stage, the team launched their fight for the crown.
The Secret Behind Their Success
Their victorious run at Masters Madrid contributed to the form they are displaying in the recent tournament. Their renewed synergy and positive team atmosphere lifted them up to their dominating victories against strong competitors.
This extends to their win over DRX in the upper bracket quarterfinals. DRX has been a formidable team for the entirety of the tournament. They managed to put pressure on the Sentinels and press the team for overtime.
Despite this, Sentinels showcased their ability to clinch a 14-13 victory. Johnqt, the team’s in-game leader, admitted that at some moments of the game, he overheated and overthought. Yet, gladly, the team’s experience on the map takes the win in the series.
Zekken: The X-Factor
The performance of Zachary “zekken” Patrone serves as a key factor in Sentinel’s success. He has been performing brilliantly and steadily on his signature agent, Neon. Thanks a lot to Zekken’s Neon, the team has been getting more space on the map. His aggressive playstyle, paired with impeccable mechanical skill, secures crucial frags for his team.
The Road Ahead
It is still a rough path to the finals for the Sentinels in their remaining matches. They will face another strong competitor, China’s EDward Gaming (EDG), in the upper bracket semifinals.
EDG has been showing a stellar gameplay for their run in the tournament. The squad secured a sweep against Trace Esports in their quarterfinal match. The teams’ similar performances will make it tough to predict who will manage to secure the win in the semifinals.
For now, the fans are anticipating the upcoming clash between these teams. Whoever wins definitely were tested to their limits on their way to the championship.
Keys to Victory
Nothing is over complicated for the North American team, the Sentinels, to win the remaining games. The key to securing the VALORANT Champions 2024 title is simple as maintaining their current form and focus on building their strengths.
The close fight against EDward Gaming showed Sentinels their lapses and advantages in the tournament. While their experience gets them the win, the small mistakes in the game cost them overtime.
With this, the team will have to stay in control of their games to avoid the deciding match. They will have to force the opponents to play based on the Sentinels’ style rather than the other way around. Losing control of the game will make it difficult for the Sentinels to mount a comeback.
Good things come despite the unluckiest of situations. Their dramatic run at the Masters Madrid earlier this year made them firm against the high-pressure environment of Champions. This lifted up their confidence to secure victory in high-stake matches..
The Mental Game
Sentinels’ mental fortitude will be an advantage for the squad in their remaining matches. With their composure in clutch situations, as shown in their overtime victory in the quarterfinals, it will give them the confidence to win. Though, the team will have to tough it out to get through the Grand Finals.
Conclusion
Sentinel sets out for an epic championship run in the VALORANT Champions 2024. The Masters Madrid did not only secure the team a qualifying slot in the world championship but also molded them into the level that they are playing right now.
Sentinels, indeed, might have all the ingredients necessary to win the title. Their recent performances, team chemistry, and individual titles showed up in their current standings. This builds them up as a strong contender for the championship.
However, nothing is guaranteed unless the final moment has been played. Sentinels will have to get through the pressure and focus on executing the perfect game plan. Doing all of this will let them take home the trophy while their names remain in the history of VALORANT.







