AG AL Clinches 2026 Esports World Cup Club Championship in Trackmania Upset

AG AL captured the Esports World Cup 2026 Club Championship by overtaking Team Falcons in a dramatic Trackmania final. French star Gwendal “Gwen” Duparc needed a top-three finish to secure the title for his organisation and delivered a near-flawless performance in front of home fans. This result not only handed the team the trophy but also shifted the dynamics among the event’s top esports clubs.

Trackmania Final: Gwen Delivers Under Pressure

The Club Championship’s fate hinged on the outcome of the Trackmania playoffs, the final event in a seven-week Esports World Cup schedule. Team Falcons entered the round with 4,600 points and were poised to claim a third consecutive overall title. Their ambitions took a heavy blow in the quarterfinals when Carl-Antoni “Carl Jr.” Cloutier, a dominant figure with seven previous Trackmania world titles, exited earlier than expected.

Gwendal “Gwen” Duparc faced contenders from Team Vitality, Team Liquid, and Natus Vincere in the deciding final. With AG AL requiring at least a third-place finish to surpass Team Falcons overall, Gwen pulled ahead after the first two maps, executing a series of nearly flawless runs. He ultimately claimed victory in Trackmania, ensuring AG AL finished atop the Club Championship leaderboard.

“It feels so great. Anything can happen. I’ve done it, I’ve done the match of my life. Thank you everyone. This trophy is for you, for everyone,” said Gwendal “Gwen” Duparc as AG AL celebrated on stage.

Esports World Cup 2026 Club Championship Standings

AG AL’s performance in the Trackmania final allowed the club to end the competition with 5,300 points, overtaking Team Falcons. Over the course of the seven-week event, AG AL’s squads delivered strong showings, including victory in TEKKEN 8 and three second-place finishes in other disciplines. These results gave them the points needed to seize the championship at the last possible moment.

• AG AL: 5,300 points, 1st place
• Team Falcons: 4,600 points
• Key rival clubs: Team Vitality, Team Liquid, Natus Vincere

AG AL’s triumph stopped Team Falcons, the Saudi Arabian club, from achieving three consecutive Club Championship titles. The Falcons had led most of the EWC and were tournament favourites from the outset, but multiple unfavourable outcomes across different games ultimately cost them the trophy.

Prize Pool Highlights: AG AL Takes $7 Million

Gwendal “Gwen” Duparc’s Trackmania win secured him the $130,000 first-place prize for the title event. For topping the overall Club Championship standings, AG AL received the lion’s share of the event prize fund: $7,000,000. These sums mark both a significant recognition for individual and organisational success and reinforce the financial muscle now behind top esports clubs.

Chairman’s Reflections and Team History

AG AL chairman Le Kedeng joined the celebrations, noting the team’s progression over three consecutive EWC appearances:

“This is our third year coming to EWC, I remember in 2024 we were just at the gate, last year we came sixth, but this year, please tell me; who is the best team in the world?”

AG AL’s victory marks a significant moment for the club’s legacy, rising from a first attempt in 2024 to this historic finish in 2026.

How the Result Shifts the Esports Landscape

Dethroning a two-time defending champion like Team Falcons is a reminder of volatility at the top of the esports competitive scene. AG AL’s consistency across multiple disciplines—including big performances in TEKKEN 8—demonstrates the value of roster depth and adaptability. Foreshadowing future years, the result sets a new benchmark for rivals and underlines the unpredictability even when dominant teams set the pace early.

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