FunPlus Phoenix and Trace Esports have exited the playoffs of VCT 2025: China Stage 2 after suffering defeats to All Gamers and EDward Gaming , respectively. The winners have advanced to the next round of the tournament’s lower bracket.

FunPlus Phoenix vs All Gamers
For All Gamers , simply making it to the playoffs of VCT 2025: China Stage 2 was already an achievement, but they managed to go even further by defeating FunPlus Phoenix — a team that had attended Champions every year since 2021 — with a score of 2:1 (Sunset 13:10, Haven 3:13, Icebox 13:6). FunPlus Phoenix leave the tournament and lose any chance of qualifying for Champions 2025, while All Gamers advance to the next round of the lower bracket.

EDward Gaming vs Trace Esports
EDward Gaming , another Chinese team with a history of Champions appearances, claimed a 2:1 victory over Trace Esports (Lotus 7:13, Sunset 13:10, Ascent 13:11). Unlike FPX, EDward Gaming still have a strong chance of qualifying for Champions 2025 — if not through a direct slot, then via China’s circuit points standings, where they currently lead with 13 points. Trace Esports , on the other hand, lose all chances of making the trip to Paris for the biggest tournament of the year.

VCT 2025: China Stage 2 runs from July 3 to September 1, featuring 12 partnered teams competing for a $250,000 prize pool and 2 slots at VALORANT Champions 2025.