{"id":13238,"date":"2021-03-02T01:02:02","date_gmt":"2021-03-02T01:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ginx.tv\/5-things-learned-after-the-rlcs-x-north-american-winter-major"},"modified":"2024-07-23T03:56:07","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T03:56:07","slug":"5-things-learned-after-the-rlcs-x-north-american-winter-major","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ginx.tv\/en\/5-things-learned-after-the-rlcs-x-north-american-winter-major","title":{"rendered":"5 things learned after the RLCS X North American Winter Major"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wrapping up the three-month-long Winter Split, we have several takeaways from the North American region and its organisations.<\/p>\n

I think we can all agree that the Winter Split of the revamped RLCS X<\/a> has been the most fun to watch so far. The double-elimination format, upper and lower bracket runs, shots at redemption, underdog stories — just a wild rollercoaster altogether.<\/p>\n

With that said, all things must come to an end and what a way to go out with a bang than with the instant-classic Rogue vs NRG<\/a> RLCS X Games rematch, now with Major stakes at play (pun intended).<\/p>\n

Points were earned, money was split and the leaderboard shifted per usual but what does it all mean for the region? For the teams? For the players? Well, look no further.<\/p>\n

Without further ado, here is everything we learned after the RLCS X North American Winter Major.<\/p>\n

1. G2 good to be true — the end of an era?<\/h2>\n

G2 will change very soon — either in their record, mentality or roster. We have seen a steep decline in their performance and the reasons are unknown. <\/p>\n

Of course, one can try and pinpoint it in the missed touches, lack of flair or inconsistent chemistry but how do you explain the decline in what used to be a killer trio and top tier team in North America.<\/p>\n

Their latest showing sums up the crisis the oldest Rocket League squad is going through. Yes, you don’t need to win every single tournament you stumble upon (unless you’re Europe’s Team BDS), but there’s no justifying finishing  5-6th in the first two Winter Regionals, 7-8th in RLCS X Games and last in the Winter Major. <\/p>\n

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On the brink of falling off RLCS X World Qualification, rumour has it there’s been talks about replacing fan-favourite Dillon “Rizzo” Rizzo with a new G2’s third<\/a>, and the idea has been met with both pushback and approval across the internet.<\/p>\n

While Rizzo is known not only for his personality but also for his mechanic ability to bring his field-of-play vision to life, both leaving or staying G2 Esports are things to look forward to before the Spring Split starts — and speaking of replacing the Rizz…<\/p>\n

2. AYYJAYY is The Peeps’ captain now — according to the internet<\/h2>\n

Not only did we recently learn that Rizzo could be replaced but we also know that The Peeps’ very own, Austin “AYYJAYY” Aebi was their closest option with a supposed-offer already on the table that AYYJAYY rejected. Talk about loyalty.<\/p>\n

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— AYYJAYY (@AyyJayyRL) March 1, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Not only is this a huge power move and morale-booster to his team and following by the American superstar, but also creates a lot of conversation around The Peeps as a unit. <\/p>\n

Having ended the NA Winter Major in 4th place, their best placement in an S-Tier tournament ever, and AYYJAYY placing 2nd in the performance-based ShiftRLE’s Top 5 really boldens and underlines the question “what is taking so long to sign The Peeps?”<\/p>\n