The final Major of the 2025 Fortnite Champion Series (FNCS) has wrapped up, and the competition was fierce. Here’s a breakdown of the standout winners across key regions who’ve secured their place at the FNCS Global Championship in September.
Europe (EU) Champion Trio — Victory and Consistency
The Danish trio of Tjino, PabloWingu, and Fredoxie dominated the competition, claiming first place in Europe and earning $180,000. Their win was backed by a commanding performance throughout both days of the Grand Finals. ([turn0search3])
Followed closely behind were:
- 2nd place: vic0, Veno, Flickzy — $120,000
- 3rd place: Vanyak3kk, Pixie, MariusCOW — $81,000
- Other top qualifiers: Setty/Japko/panzer (4th), Hris/TaySon/Chico (5th), FoCuS/Mikson/Upl (6th), IDrop/charyy/Kami (8th), Chap/MrSavage/rezon ay (9th) SISportskeeda
North America Central (NA-C) — A Rivalry Won by Mere Points
In one of the closest finishes of the season, Peterbot, Ritual, and Cold edged out the competition by just 3 points to take the top spot in NA Central. Their consistency across 12 matches proved pivotal in securing the $180,000 prize. ([turn0search14])
Rounding out the podium:
- 2nd: Acorn, Ajerss, Pollo — $76,500
- 3rd: Khanada, Rapid, Boltz — $51,000 SportskeedaEsports EarningsTracker.gg
Global Championship Below the Horizon
With the dust now settled on Major 3, all eyes are on the FNCS Global Championship, taking place at Lyon’s LDLC Arena from September 6 to 9, 2025. The 33 qualifying trios—from NA, EU, and other regions—will battle across 12 high-stakes matches for the ultimate title and the lion’s share of a $2 million prize pool. ([turn0search0])
Quick Recap Table
| Region | Champion Trio | Prize | Notable Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe (EU) | Tjino, PabloWingu, Fredoxie | $180,000 | Dominant performance |
| NA Central | Peterbot, Ritual, Cold | $180,000 | Won by narrow 3-point margin |
| Global Event | All region champions → Lyon Finals | $2 million+ | Battle starts Sept 6 |
Final Thoughts
The FNCS Major 3 Grand Finals delivered intense competition, nail-biting finishes, and moments that defined careers. The EU’s powerhouse trio and NA Central’s clutch victory prove one thing: Fortnite esports is stacked with talent and tension. Now, they head to Lyon with everything on the line.
