VALORANT: Paper Rex Eliminated from Champions 2026 by T1
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Paper Rex faced a stunning comeback and was eliminated from the VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026 on September 9 after leading 10-3 in the third map. T1 will advance in the lower bracket, awaiting the loser of the Vitality vs. G2 match on September 10.
Match Overview
In a surprising turn of events, Paper Rex (PRX) was eliminated from the VALORANT Champions Shanghai 2026 on September 9, after leading 10-3 in the third map against T1. This loss follows a previous defeat for both teams in the playoffs, with PRX falling 2-0 to LOUD and T1 also losing 2-0 to NRG.
The match featured three maps: Lotus, Ascent, and Summit. Paper Rex dominated the first half of Summit, ending it with a score of 9-3 and even secured the pistol round in the second half. However, T1 displayed impressive resilience, turning the tide and ultimately eliminating PRX.
With this result, Paper Rex is out of the tournament, while T1 continues their journey through the lower bracket. They will face the loser of the upcoming match between Vitality and G2, scheduled for September 10 at 09:00 AM (Brasília time).
How to Watch
Fans can catch all tournament matches on the official VALORANT Esports Brasil channels on Twitch or YouTube.