The Esports World Cup 2025 charged ahead with the moment of definition when Team Secret captured their first-ever major title in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege X. Their breathtaking streak-leading run to a perfect grand final vs G2 Esports was not only a victory but a message to the Rainbow Six and wider esports universe.
The Road to Domination: Team Secret’s Perfect Siege X Run
Group Stage Brilliance
Team Secret opened their campaign with a bold gusto, defeating defending champions Team Falcons 8–6 in overtime, before dominating G2 esports in a one-sided 7–2 win to advance to playoff spots.
Unwavering Playoff Poise
Having reached the playoffs, Team Secret extended their perfect run:
- Defeated Weibo Gaming
- Swept Spacestation Gaming
- Reached the grand final without losing a single map
A Commanding Grand Final
In the dramatic finale against G2 Esports, who were favourite after dismantling top contenders FURIA and FaZe, they produced a commanding 3–0 sweep through the best-of-five series with final scores of 7–4, 7–4, and 8–7 on Kafe Dostoyevsky, Clubhouse, and Nighthaven Labs.
What Made Team Secret the Spotlight?
- Flawless Performance
- No map was dropped, not even once. Their unblemished record is pure elite-level performance.
- Underdogs on the Rise
- Their win surprised all expectations, particularly against entrenched titans like G2 Esports.
- Record-Breaking Viewership
- The grand final attracted a record ~249,000 peak viewership, breaking a new third-party Rainbow Six esports event record.
- Historic European Victory
- It was the first time a European team had lifted the world crown in Siege X since Team BDS’s victory in EWC 2024, guaranteeing their arrival on the global scene.
- High Stakes, Big Rewards
- Team Secret took home a lucrative $750,000 prize purse, 1,000 Club Championship points, and the much-sought title of Siege X champion
Game Highlight: Nighthaven Labs Map Fireworks Finale
Where the first two maps suggested Team Secret domination, the final map Nighthaven Labs, delivered the most thrilling moments. G2 came within a single round of forcing the reverse, pushing one round short of a win. Secret’s calm, however, flipped the match around in overtime, demonstrating their strategic richness, clutch resilience, and psychological advantage in the face of adversity.
A Quote to Capture the Moment
“Team Secret didn’t simply win, they stamped their arrival on top of Rainbow Six esports. A flawless run, a conquest of giants, and a whole fan base cheering for them to rewrite expectations.” — EWC Commentary Team.
Why This Win Is Important for Esports World Cup 2025
- Gives Europe’s Siege Heritage a Boost: Restores the continent as a power in Rainbow Six esports.
- Substantial Shift in Club Championship Race: 1,000 points provides Team Secret significant momentum in the $27 million Club Championship battle.
- Confirmation That Underdogs Can Become Champions: Their narrative brings hope to the next generation of prospects.
- Boosts EWC’s Reputation: With so much viewership and competitive drama, R6 Siege X has cemented EWC 2025’s position as a top international event.
Conclusion: A Legacy-Making Victory
Team Secret’s Siege X victory at the Esports World Cup 2025 is not only a trophy win, it’s a statement. It’s about dominance under pressure, precision execution, and redefining regional legacies. They’ll always be remembered as the team that broke the mold and secured their place in Siege history with total domination.
As the race for the Club Championship intensifies and new crowns hang in the balance, Team Secret brings not only momentum but the capability to rewrite the very fabric of EWC 2025. Week 5 taught us all one thing: in this tournament, legends can be forged in the span of a single tournament stint.
