Il y a quelques heures, Fnatic a fait son entrée sur la grande scène du Shrine Expo Hall à Los Angeles à l'occasion du VALORANT Champions 2023. Avant son départ pour les États-Unis, le compétiteur turc Alfajer nous a accordé un peu de son temps pour répondre à quelques questions, l'occasion de faire le point sur le niveau de jeu et sur les préparatifs.
Many say that EMEA is a one-team region, how true do you think that is?
I believe that while there are other strong teams in EMEA, we have proven to be better. We're not the only team in the region, but our performances have shown that we stand out from the rest.In 2023, your team has had stellar performances, notably winning the two international events so far. With Champions on the horizon and a shot at making history, how does the team deal with the pressure?
Well, right now, we don't feel pressured. Our focus is on the Champions. We're taking it one step at a time, staying composed, and embracing the opportunity.In Tokyo, China - and EDG in particular - proved that it was a region that was not to be messed with. Do you think it was a miracle run or are they serious contenders?
I believe that everyone participating in the tournament had their strengths, so I wasn't surprised by China's performance. It's a competitive environment, and any team can rise to the occasion and become serious contenders. EDG's success in Tokyo showcased their capabilities.During the VCT EMEA split, you and your team didn’t drop a game, despite losing to TL in the playoffs. Did that loss ring the alarm bell and help you prepare better for the Masters?
Absolutely! The loss to TL was like a wake-up call for us. It made us realize that we needed to step up our game and prepare more diligently for the Masters. It was a valuable learning experience that pushed us to improve and come back stronger.Thanks to your victory in Tokyo, EMEA will have an extra slot at Champions. Who do you think will make it out?
I have friends at BBL, so I'm really rooting for them to secure a spot at Champions and join me in LA. It would be fantastic to compete against them on the international stage.With Champions drawing near, how are you gonna prepare on a personal level to be ready for this fateful tournament?
Personally, I'll stick to my routine and training regimen. As this is the last tournament, I know the importance of being fully focused and prepared. I'll make sure to invest the necessary time and effort to be at my best for this crucial event.As Europe’s strongest team, many French fans are rooting for you to take it home, do you have any words for them?
Hahaha! I can say "je t'aime" to all our French fans. We won't let them down. Their encouragement means a lot, and we appreciate them being with us every step of the way. Let's bring it home together!
