Red Bull Announces 3rd Season of Red Bull Campus Clutch
Red Bull, the popular energy drink brand, has recently announced the highly anticipated third season of its collegiate VALORANT tournament, the Red Bull Campus Clutch. This grassroots initiative aims to bring together teams representing schools and universities from around the world to compete for a staggering €20,000 in prize money.
Building upon the success of the previous seasons, the 2023 edition of the Red Bull Campus Clutch is set to be the biggest and most exciting one yet. Over the next four months, more than 200 regional events will take place, providing ample opportunities for teams to showcase their skills and earn their place in the National Final. Only the most talented and deserving teams will have the honour of representing their countries in the highly anticipated World Final.
An interesting twist to this year’s tournament is the choice of location for the World Finals. The prestigious event will be held at the renowned Volkswagen Arena in Istanbul, Turkey, from November 19th to 24th. It is worth noting that this is the same venue that hosted the exhilarating VALORANT Champions 2022. The decision to bring the World Finals to such a renowned location adds an extra layer of excitement and anticipation for both players and fans alike.
Red Bull has also confirmed the continuation of its partnerships with leading brands in the gaming industry for the Campus Clutch event. Intel NUC, AGON by AOC, and BACKFORCE, renowned for their high-quality gaming products, will once again join forces with Red Bull to support the tournament. Intel NUC will provide its top-of-the-line PCs for the event, while BACKFORCE will supply its range of gaming chairs. AOC, on the other hand, will ensure that participants have access to their cutting-edge AGON gaming monitors, enhancing the gaming experience for all involved.
The return of the Red Bull Campus Clutch not only showcases Red Bull’s commitment to the gaming community but also solidifies its ongoing partnership with Riot Games, the publisher and developer of VALORANT. Earlier this year, Red Bull and Riot Games announced an extension of their existing partnership for the VALORANT Champions Tour EMEA, where Red Bull will continue to be an official partner of the league. The collaboration between these two industry powerhouses serves as a testament to the value they place on nurturing and promoting amateur talent within the gaming world.
Since its inception in 2021, the Red Bull Campus Clutch has grown exponentially, capturing the attention of 50 countries and over 25,000 students worldwide. The tournament provides a much-needed platform for aspiring players to demonstrate their skills and compete on an international stage. The impact of the Campus Clutch cannot be understated, as it has already paved the way for remarkable success stories. For instance, the 2021 tournament MVP, Mohamed ‘shalaby’ Shalaby, secured a spot on the prestigious French organisation, Team Vitality. Similarly, Indonesian player Oliver ‘m0rea’ Wangge went on to win a gold medal at the 2023 South East Asian Games, showcasing the immense potential and opportunities that the tournament can offer to aspiring gamers.
As the anticipation builds for the third season of the Red Bull Campus Clutch, gamers and fans alike can expect an action-packed competition that will undoubtedly leave its mark on the VALORANT esports scene. With a substantial prize pool, renowned partners, and a grand finale at the Volkswagen Arena, this tournament is set to be a groundbreaking event that will continue to propel the careers of talented gamers from around the world.
