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Biography of Seamus "Sledge" Cowden Seamus "Sledge" Cowden is a prominent attacking operator in Rainbow Six Siege. Born in the far north of Scotland, Sledge's early life was shaped by his military father and nurse mother. The family moved to Inverness when he was five, and his athletic prowess soon became evident. He captained the 1998 Scotland National under-20 Rugby Union Team, showcasing leadership skills that would later define his military career. Following a family tradition, Sledge joined the 3rdmore

Esports has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry with a global audience and a plethora of different titles being played and watched. However, despite its rapid expansion, the landscape remains uneven, with women facing significant challenges such as gender discrimination, harassment, underrepresentation, and economic disparities. Since, efforts from major esports organizations, established brands, and celebrities aim to foster inclusivity and support women in this arena. However, the impact of these changes are still muddled by far larger, cultural issues within themore

Ubisoft will launch significant changes to its popular tactical shooter, Rainbow Six Siege, with Operation New Blood in Year 9, Season 2. The latest update, revealed before the Grand Finals of the Manchester Major between BDS and beastcoast, brings a host of new features, operator remasters, gameplay enhancements, and improvements aimed at refining the overall player experience. Recruit Remastered: Striker and Sentry One of the most notable additions in Operation New Blood is the remastering of the Recruit operator. Themore

On May 26th, the B.E.C. Arena in Manchester was the stage for an electrifying showdown in the Grand Finals of the BLAST R6 Manchester Major. The clash featured the seasoned French powerhouse Team BDS, former Major winners, against the North American underdogs, Beastcoast. Despite the odds, Beastcoast pulled off a stunning upset, securing their place in Rainbow Six Siege history. The Journey to the Finals Team BDS, led by the formidable Stéphane "Shaiiko" Lebleu, entered the tournament with high expectations,more

As the BLAST R6 Manchester Major progresses to its final stage at the B.E.C. Arena, anticipation mounts for the Phase 3 playoffs. Following an intense Phase 2, where 16 elite teams competed in a grueling Swiss Stage, only the top 8 emerged victorious, earning their spots in the playoffs. This next phase promises high-stakes matches and electrifying performances as these teams vie for the championship title. Phase 2 Highlights: The Top Contenders: FURIA and Team Secret were the first teamsmore

Introduction Rainbow Six Siege continues to evolve, introducing significant updates with the Y9S1 mid-season roadmap. This article delves into the details of the latest features, enhancements, and balancing adjustments set to redefine the tactical gameplay experience. As the game progresses into its ninth year, these updates are crucial for keeping the gameplay dynamic and engaging, ensuring that both new and veteran players have something to look forward to. Explore the latest updates in the Rainbow Six Siege Y9S1 mid-season roadmap,more

The BLAST R6 Manchester Major has already delivered thrilling esports action, with Phase 1 concluding on May 7th. In this stage, eight teams battled fiercely, but only four secured their spots in the upcoming Phase 2. As anticipation builds, fans eagerly await the next round, set to commence on May 19th. Phase 1 Recap: Team Liquid was the first team to advance to Phase 2 of the BLAST R6 Manchester Major, after two intense matches. They defeated G2 Esports 2-1more

As the BLAST R6 Manchester Major looms just a few days away, anticipation surges among Rainbow Six fans worldwide. Set to commence on May 16th, this high-stakes tournament marks the inaugural international showdown of the season, pitting twenty elite teams from diverse regional leagues against one another. Format: With a three-phase format promising intense competition, fans eagerly await the spectacle, poised to witness which squad will emerge triumphant and claim the coveted title of champions in Manchester. Phase 1 Itmore

Thirty esports clubs from around the world have been accepted into the debut Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) Club Support Program. The participating clubs represent a diverse range of regions and gaming expertise, marking a step forward in the global esports landscape. EWCF and the first initiative of its kind The ESCW Club Support Program aims to foster sustainable infrastructure for multidisciplinary esports clubs. By empowering these organizations, the program seeks to broaden investment opportunities across various games while nurturingmore

G2 Esports's qualification stands as the final piece of the competitive puzzle at the forefront of the BLAST R6 Manchester Major's mounting anticipation. Emerging victorious through the rigorous trials of the Europe League LCQ, G2 Esports solidified their spot among the elite contenders vying for supremacy in the upcoming tournament. With G2's inclusion, the roster of formidable teams set to grace the Manchester Major stage is now complete, promising fans a spectacle of high-stakes competition and electrifying gameplay. Europe LCQmore

The BLAST R6 Regional Leagues have delivered a spectacle of skill and strategy in the world of Rainbow Six Siege. As the LATAM League and the Brazil League LCQ come to a conclusion, two teams have emerged victorious, thus earning their coveted tickets to the upcoming BLAST R6 Manchester Major. LATAM League The BLAST R6 LATAM League showcased fierce competition as twelve elite teams battled for supremacy. The League was divided into two groups of six, LATAM North and LATAMmore

In the crucible of the BLAST R6 Regional Leagues, where competitive Rainbow Six Siege reigns supreme, contenders clashed and champions arose. With the dust settling on the arenas of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the sprawling expanse of Asia, and the fervent battlegrounds of North America, the stage is set for the ultimate showdown in Manchester. As the curtains closed on the MENA League, the Asia League, and the North America League Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ), only themore

As the BLAST R6 Regional Leagues drew to a close, the anticipation soared higher for the upcoming Manchester Major. With thrilling competitions spanning across Europe, Oceania, Japan, and South Korea, the path to Manchester was paved with intense showdowns and remarkable feats. In this recap, we delve into the culmination of the BLAST R6 Europe League, BLAST R6 Oceania League, BLAST R6 Japan League LCQ, and BLAST R6 South Korea League LCQ. With South Korea and Japan League LCQs onmore

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The Esports World Cup Foundation has announced a massive prize pool of $60 Million for the inaugural Esports World cup, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The gaming festival set for this summer breaks the previous prize pool record of $45 Million dollars set by Gamers8: the Land of the Heroes in 2023. The event will not only feature a massive prize pool but also feature some of the best competitors across 20 esports titles competing under a single building. Talking about themore

As the global stage of Rainbow Six Siege esports continues to heat up, the BLAST R6 Regional Leagues have been pivotal in showcasing top-tier talent from across the globe. In this recap, we delve into the highlights from the leagues in North America, Brazil, and Japan. From the nail-biting matches to the strategic prowess displayed by the teams, these leagues have been nothing short of thrilling. With three teams each securing their tickets from North America and Brazil, alongside onemore

In a thrilling display of tactical prowess and strategic finesse, PSG Talon secures their berth in the highly anticipated Manchester Major after a formidable campaign in the Rainbow Six Siege South Korea League. League Recap The Group Stage of the Rainbow Six Siege South Korea League took place from March 14 to April 5th, 2024. It followed a Round-Robin format, with each team playing against all others. All matches were played as Bo1 encounters. WEBL topped the Group Stage withmore

In December last year, HRH Crown Prince announced the Esports World Cup 2024. Led by Ralf Recihart, the former Chairman of ESL FaceIt Group, the Esports World Cup aims to be the biggest Esports event in recent history. Hosted at Riyadh and by the Saudi Arabian State, the multi-game tournament will last for eight weeks and boast some of the biggest prize pools across the board. The event is scheduled for Summer, 2024. ESWC will announce the exact details inmore

Rainbow Six Siege, Ubisoft's tactical shooter, hits record high 9 years after release, as it reaches 200,00 concurrent players on Steam. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege has ignited a resurgence in popularity, marking a significant milestone in its nine-year history. Following the unveiling of Year 9 at the Six Invitational 2024, the game experienced a remarkable surge in player engagement. The tournament itself reached over 520,000 viewers, with the new features introduced in Year 9 and the highly anticipated Anti-Cheatmore

After months of anticipation and speculation within the Rainbow Six Siege community, FURIA Esports has officially announced the acquisition of the entire championship-winning roster from w7m esports. The Six Invitational 2024 was supposedly the last dance for the w7m players, as their contracts were coming to an end, and were not being renewed. But this move from FURIA breathes fresh life into the reigning world champions. On March 11th, 2024, FURIA Esports took to Twitter to unveil their latest rostermore