Victor "Punk" Woodley's Historic Street Fighter 6 Victory at EVO 2024
American Victor "Punk" Woodley etched his name into fighting game history, claiming victory at EVO 2024's Street Fighter 6 tournament. This win marks a significant milestone, ending a two-decade drought for American champions in the main Street Fighter EVO competition.
The EVO 2024 Championship Showdown
EVO 2024, a three-day spectacle held July 21st, featured top-tier competition across multiple fighting games. Woodley's triumph in Street Fighter 6 was particularly thrilling, culminating in a nail-biting final against Anouche, who had fought his way back from the losers' bracket. The final match was a back-and-forth battle, ultimately decided by Woodley's masterful Cammy super move.
Woodley's Path to Glory
Woodley's competitive fighting game career began during the Street Fighter V era, where he impressively won numerous major tournaments before turning 18. While he's consistently performed at a high level, EVO and Capcom Cup titles had remained elusive until this year's victory. His third-place finish at EVO 2023 set the stage for his remarkable 2024 performance, culminating in a final match already considered legendary.
A Global Stage for Fighting Game Excellence
EVO 2024 showcased exceptional talent from around the globe. The diverse range of winners underscores the international nature of the competitive fighting game scene:
- Under Night In-Birth II: Senaru (Japan)
- Tekken 8: Arslan Ash (Pakistan)
- Street Fighter 6: Victor "Punk" Woodley (USA)
- Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike: Joe "MOV" Egami (Japan)
- Mortal Kombat 1: Dominique "SonicFox" McLean (USA)
- Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising: Aaron "Aarondamac" Godinez (USA)
- Guilty Gear -Strive-: Shamar "Nitro" Hinds (USA)
- The King of Fighters XV: Xiao Hai (China)
Woodley's victory not only secures his place in fighting game history but also highlights the enduring appeal and global reach of competitive gaming.
