Craime Becomes Youngest Street Fighter 6 Champion at Esports World Cup 2026

Craime secured the Street Fighter 6 title at the 2026 Esports World Cup, becoming the tournament’s youngest champion at just 15 years old, breaking previous age records and drawing attention to rising teen talent in fighting games.

Esports World Cup featured multiple game finals, with new champions crowned in EA FC, PUBG Battlegrounds, and Team Fight Tactics, while PARIVISION captured the Dota 2 crown, highlighting the event’s broad competitive scope, and attracted record online viewership.

Street Fighter 6 competition attracted thousands of entrants worldwide, and Craime’s victory demonstrated that skill can outweigh experience, prompting organizers to note increased registration of players under 18 for future seasons.

Industry analysts predict the teenage win will boost viewership among younger audiences, encourage sponsors to target youth markets, and accelerate investment in junior esports programs as the scene expands globally.