Top Fortnite Players Battle in World Cup Solo Finals

Youngest Player Wins Championship

Over 19,000 Attended Finals in New York City

In a thrilling conclusion to the Fortnite World Cup, 16-year-old Kyle "Bugha" Giersdorf emerged victorious in the Solo Finals, becoming the youngest player to win the tournament. The three-day event, held at the sold-out Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City, drew over 19,000 fans who witnessed the best Fortnite players in the world compete for a share of the $30 million prize pool.

The Fortnite World Cup is an annual esports competition featuring the popular video game Fortnite. The tournament began in Fall 2018 with online qualifiers, culminating in the World Cup Finals in New York City. Players from all over the world competed in various solo, duo, and squad events, with the Solo Finals showcasing the top 100 Fortnite players.