Paper Rex T1 Champions Shanghai Elimination Record [2026 Update]

As originally reported by TalkEsport, Pacific powerhouse Paper Rex suffered an agonizing elimination from Valorant Champions Shanghai on October 9, 2026, falling 2-1 to T1 in Lower Bracket Round 1. After dropping Lotus 13-7 and securing Ascent 13-6, Paper Rex squandered a 9-3 halftime advantage on the decisive map, Summit, eventually conceding 13-11. This defeat sealed a 7th-8th place finish, ironically completing one of the most bizarre statistical achievements in VCT history. First highlighted by community analyst asakanakasa on Reddit, Paper Rex have now recorded every single placement bracket in international Valorant history, ranging from trophy-winning 1st place finishes down to 17th-32nd exits. Due to Riot Games' complex 12-team Masters and 16-team Champions formats, replicating this full spectrum of finishes is nearly impossible for competitors. Much like structural realignments seen when , PRX's early departure disrupts competitive expectations while broader market dynamics align with . Crucially, with four starting contracts expiring post-tournament, this elimination signals a major inflection point for the iconic Pacific roster.