Team Falcons Takes Lead at EWC 2026 after Craime’s Historic Street Fighter 6 Victory
Saudi club Team Falcons strengthened its position at the top of the Club Championship standings at the Esports World Cup 2026 after 15-year-old Chilean player Jaime “Craime” Bustos captured the Street Fighter 6 title, becoming the youngest champion in the tournament’s history. The win handed Team Falcons its first title at this year’s Esports World Cup and lifted its total to 1,000 points, placing the club at the top of the standings at the end of Saturday’s action.
The result is especially significant for Team Falcons, which had won the Club Championship in the previous two editions and is now aiming to defend its dominance once again. With eight of the 12 tournaments still to be decided, the Saudi side remains well positioned to push for a third consecutive Club Championship crown and could widen its lead further before the weekend is over.
Historic Run to Title
Craime’s title run was defined by composure and consistency. In the grand final, he defeated veteran Japanese player Hibiki, 30, who was the oldest competitor among the top eight, by 5-2. Before reaching the final, Craime had lost only one match in the group stage, then moved through the knockout bracket by overcoming EVO 2026 champion “MenaRD” by 5-3 in the quarterfinals and **EVO Japan 2026 champion “Yamaguchi” in the semifinals.
Along with the title, Craime secured USD 250,000 in prize money and booked his place at Capcom Cup 13, adding another major milestone to his rapidly rising career.
Strong Position in Club Championship Race
Team Falcons’ breakthrough comes at a decisive stage of the competition. The club’s first title of the tournament not only gave it a valuable points boost, but also restored momentum in the race for the overall Club Championship. Since the standings reward performance across multiple titles, every additional podium finish can have a major impact on the final table.
One of Team Falcons’ biggest opportunities to extend its advantage is the Call of Duty: Warzone Resurgence Series Championship, where another strong result could further cement its lead.
The broader picture continues to underline Team Falcons’ status as one of the most successful and competitive organizations in the Esports World Cup ecosystem, with the Saudi club once again proving capable of delivering on the biggest stages.
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