In a moment that marks a turning point for the organization, Team RRQ’s VALORANT division has officially secured its first-ever appearance at a VALORANT Masters event. The Indonesian-based squad clinched a spot at Masters Toronto 2025 after a thrilling victory against DRX in the Upper Bracket Semifinals of VCT Pacific Stage 1 Playoffs.
It wasn’t an easy road, and this milestone didn’t come without heart-pounding drama. DRX struck first, narrowly taking Game 1 with a score of 13–11. But RRQ answered back—and with a vengeance. In Game 2, the squad delivered a resounding 13–4 victory, before sealing the series with a nail-biting 14–12 finish in Game 3. A reverse sweep that not only stunned fans, but also etched RRQ’s name into international contention.
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From Struggles to Strength: A Story of Steady Climb
RRQ’s journey through Stage 1 wasn’t perfect. In the Group Stage, they emerged at the top of Group Omega, but with a modest 3–2 record. They bagged important wins against strong teams like T1 and Talon Esports, but also stumbled—losing to Nongshim RedForce and even falling to Team Secret, the team at the bottom of the group standings.
But when it mattered most, they rose above.
This season marks a clear evolution for RRQ’s VALORANT squad. Compared to their performances in 2024, the difference is night and day. In VCT Pacific Stage 2 last year, they were knocked out early by Gen.G in the very first round of Knockouts. And before that, in Stage 1, they didn’t even reach the Playoffs. While 2024 already showed improvements over 2023, 2025 has been a true breakout.
A Team Reborn
The synergy between xffero, Monyet, Kushy, Jemkin, and crazyguy has never been stronger. Under pressure, they’ve shown discipline, resilience, and a sharpened hunger to prove themselves on the world stage. This qualification for VALORANT Masters Toronto is not just a reward for this season’s performance—it’s a culmination of years of rebuilding, reworking, and relentless belief.
In the next stage of the Playoffs, RRQ will face none other than Gen.G, who have looked unstoppable after a dominant 2–0 sweep over BOOM Esports. It will be a true test—but not one that RRQ fears.
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Eyes on Toronto
With a ticket to Toronto now officially in hand, the mission becomes even more meaningful. For RRQ, this is more than just a tournament. It’s a stage where the world finally watches them as equals—as contenders.
As fans across Southeast Asia rally behind them, one thing is certain: this team is no longer just chasing the dream—they’re living it.
Let’s cheer them on, and hope xffero and the rest of the squad keep bringing their A-game all the way to Toronto. The Masters stage awaits.