After Riot’s shocking announcement that The Guard, the winning team of VCT Americas Ascension, would no longer be participating in the 2024 VCT, the VALORANT community has rallied in support of the players. The Americas VALORANT Players Association (AVPA) has also voiced their concerns, stating that both The Guard and Riot have acted in a harmful manner that will negatively impact the players’ careers and hard work.
The AVPA, an organization dedicated to representing the interests of VCT Americas players, has released a statement condemning the actions of both The Guard and Riot. They criticize the lack of consultation with the association and argue that the decisions made were not in the best interest of the players involved. Speculation has already begun that The Guard may release their roster, leaving the players uncertain about their future.
However, the AVPA proposes an alternative solution that has gained support within the VALORANT community. They believe that a third-party organization or the players themselves could take over the management of The Guard’s roster, allowing them to compete in the VCT Americas league as originally planned. This solution would honor Riot’s commitment to expanding the VCT and rewarding challenger teams. It remains to be seen if Riot will be willing to navigate the necessary loopholes for this option.
While some suggest that the second-place team, M80, should take The Guard’s spot, the AVPA emphasizes that the priority should be rewarding the five players who earned the opportunity. In response to the AVPA’s statement, some individuals have called for a strike or walkout by all Americas League players, similar to what has occurred in the LCS. This highlights the growing tensions surrounding the integration of tier two VALORANT.
Ultimately, the AVPA’s main objective is to advocate for the affected players. This sentiment resonates with many North American VALORANT fans who believe that the players’ well-being should be prioritized above all else.
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