Despite regional rivalries, the VCT is more global than ever and Riot is happily embracing it

As the worldwide VALORANT scene prepares for VCT LOCK//IN, the first tournament of the franchised league, more players from around the globe are getting the chance to compete on the biggest stage.

Throughout the past two years, one of the biggest rivalries in all of VALORANT has been the regional divide between North America, EMEA, and Brazil. Hardcore fans of certain regions have made it clear their respective players and teams are the best, from loud chants in Berlin and Istanbul to hard-fought Twitter battles.