Pokémon North America International Championships Crown Winners
The excitement of the Pokémon scene is hotter than ever, as the winners of the Pokémon North America International Championships have just been announced! This thrilling event served as the final major showdown before the highly anticipated Pokémon World Championships, set to take place in Anaheim, California, this August.
Fans can also mark their calendars for July 22 when Pokémon Presents makes its return, promising to deliver exclusive news and features through the Pokémon YouTube channel. As if that wasn’t enough to hype fans, the next game, Pokémon Legends Z-A, is slated for release on October 16, generating immense excitement within the community.
Championship Highlights
Here’s a rundown of the standout performances across various divisions at the championships:
Video Game Junior Division:
1st place: Joaquin Roquett [US]
2nd place: Izhaq Hoggui [FR]
Video Game Senior Division:
1st place: Isaac Moreira [BR]
2nd place: Apollo Stephens [US]
Video Game Masters Division:
1st place: Federico Camporesi [IT]
2nd place: Marco Hemantha Kaludura Silva [IT]
Trading Card Game Junior Division:
1st place: Annabelle Oono [US]
2nd place: Kenji Oono [US]
Trading Card Game Senior Division:
1st place: Gabriel Fernandez [BR]
2nd place: Omar Cortes [US]
Trading Card Game Masters Division:
1st place: Isaiah Bradner [US]
2nd place: Riley Mckay [CA]
Pokémon Go:
1st place: Payden “ItsAXN†Bingham [US]
2nd place: Ilam “Ilqm†Rojas Guerrero [US]
Pokémon Unite:
1st place: Luminosity [North America]
2nd place: Revelation [North America]
The exceptional talents displayed at this event are a clear indication of just how competitive the Pokémon fanbase has grown. Each winner has not only showcased their strategic prowess but has also contributed to the rich legacy of the Pokémon competitive scene.