Sofia Guimarães
Editor | Twitter @sofiarguimaraes
Also known as Shuri, Sofia is an esports journalist from Porto who’s all about exploring new worlds. A graduate of the Universities of Porto and Coimbra, she first discovered her passion for gaming watching her brother play and quickly made it her own. A support main in League of Legends and a sentinel player in VALORANT, she also loves Genshin Impact, Overwatch 2, and story-driven games like Until Dawn. When she’s not gaming, she’s usually reading fantasy books, watching horror movies, playing tennis, or spending time with her two senior cats.
G2 partners with Betpanda as official CS betting sponsor for 2026
Betpanda will be the official betting sponsor of G2 Esports CS2 team for the 2026 season, appearing on jerseys and supporting fan activities.
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Game Changers deserve global opportunities, but can Riot make them sustainable?
The Game Changers circuit highlights top talent, but its sole international event also exposes lingering community issues.
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Every team taking the stage in VCT 2026
The VCT 2026 circuit promises a lot of fun and incredible VALORANT, so check out the full lineup of teams competing next year.
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Alexis and TenZ join the Forbes US Games 30 under 30 list
SRG Alexis and former pro TenZ made the 2025 Forbes US Games 30 Under 30 list as the only VALORANT players.
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Unwrap the holiday spirit with VALORANT new Cookie Kit capsule
The new Cookie Kit capsule is coming to VALORANT, and Christmas lovers won’t want to miss their chance to grab it.
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How can the Challenger teams reach the VALORANT Path to Champions?
In 2026, Challenger teams from every region can qualify for VALORANT Champions 2026 through the Path to Champions.
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VCT 2026 Kickoff Stage explained: Format, schedule, and more
In 2026, the VALORANT Kickoff stage will debut a brand-new format across all regions. Check out the full schedule below.
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LoL patch notes 25.24: Winter skins, Mel nerf, and more
Arriving on December 3, the LoL patch notes 25.24 bring buffs to AP Sejuani, nerfs to Mel’s E ability, new Winter skins, and much more!
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Snowball Fight is returning to VALORANT for Christmas 2026
After five years since its release, the Snowball Fight game mode is returning to VALORANT. This Christmas season is about to get chaotic!
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VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026: Dates, venue, and how to get tickets
If you’re planning to attend the VALORANT Masters Santiago tournament, here’s everything you need to know about tickets, schedules, and more.
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