Anders Vejrgang gained the inaugural EA Sports activities FC Professional World Championship in Berlin to assert his $250,000 share of the $1 million prize pool.
Vejrgang beat Yuval Blizovsky in Saturday’s finals, outlasting the 32 gamers who competed within the three-day occasion.
“I did not understand that I truly gained, however I felt that I performed wonderful as we speak. I am simply actually completely satisfied that I lastly noticed that I am the most effective on this planet,” Vejrgang mentioned. “I am so grateful to all of the those that have helped me all through my entire profession, however that is the start, and I simply need to win each match any further and I do know that I am ok to do it.”
The competitors started with greater than 50,000 gamers world wide. FC Professional Open champion PHzin and eChampions League winner Jonny have been among the many 32 finalists, nevertheless it was Vejrgang who got here out on prime.
Vejrgang emerged from the single-elimination bracket after which went on to dominate Blizovsky with a 7-0 win within the grand ultimate.
“The primary ever FC Professional World Championship delivered unbelievable storylines and elite EA Sports activities FC competitors that matched the status of this marquee occasion and unbelievable season,” mentioned Sam Turkbas, Senior Director & Commissioner Esports – EA Sports activities. “The primary yr of FC Professional exceeded our expectations and proved there’s a world urge for food for competitors on the digital pitch.
“Congratulations to Anders Vejrgang on turning into our first-ever FC Professional World Champion and thanks to all of the rivals and followers for making this an unforgettable debut season.”
–Subject Degree Media
