fr3nd will remain with Betclic as a stand-in for the Esports World Cup 2026 Last Chance Qualifier. The team will compete in Paris, starting in Group 5 against Giant Pandas, INFINITE, and Aogiri.

fr3nd was instrumental in Betclic’s recent victory at the Stake Pulse Beat I grand final, where they defeated Liquid 2:1. His performance earned him the title of best player in the series.

Betclic’s path to the main event begins with a challenging group stage. The team will need to navigate through their group to secure a spot in the tournament proper.