Street Fighter 6 EVO 2024's \"Punk\" First American to Win in 20 Years
Author : Chloe
Feb 19,2025
Victor "Punk" Woodley's Historic Street Fighter 6 Victory at EVO 2024
American Victor "Punk" Woodley etched his name into fighting game history at EVO 2024, claiming victory in the Street Fighter 6 tournament. This win marks a significant milestone, ending a two-decade drought for American champions in the mainline Street Fighter EVO competition.
Woodley's Triumph at EVO 2024
The three-day EVO 2024, a premier fighting game tournament, showcased a diverse lineup of games including Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and several others. The Street Fighter 6 finals delivered a nail-biting clash between Woodley and Anouche, with Anouche forcing a reset after a 3-0 victory. The final best-of-five set was a back-and-forth battle, culminating in Woodley's decisive win with a Cammy super move.
Woodley's Competitive Journey
Woodley's competitive career began during the Street Fighter V era, where he amassed impressive wins at major events before his 18th birthday. Despite a previous loss in the EVO 2017 grand finals, he consistently performed at a high level, achieving a third-place finish at EVO 2023. His EVO 2024 victory is considered by many to be one of the greatest EVO matches in history.
A Global Showcase of Talent
EVO 2024 underscored the global reach of competitive fighting games. The tournament highlighted exceptional talent from around the world, with champions hailing from diverse nations:
- 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 serves as a testament to his skill and dedication, marking a triumphant return for American players in the prestigious Street Fighter EVO competition.
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