aspas

Erick "aspas" Santos has established himself as one of Valorant's most electrifying duelists since bursting onto the competitive scene in 2021. Born on June 15, 2003, in Brazil, aspas began his esports journey in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive before making the transition to Valorant at just 17 years old.

Aspas first gained recognition playing for SLICK in the Brazilian Valorant scene, quickly showcasing his exceptional mechanical skill and aggressive playstyle. His talent caught the attention of LOUD, one of Brazil's premier esports organizations, and in February 2022, he joined their Valorant roster alongside players like pANcada and Sacy.

His time with LOUD proved to be the defining period of his career. Aspas played a crucial role in the team's historic 2022 Valorant Champions victory, where they defeated OpTic Gaming in the finals to claim the world championship title. This victory cemented aspas' status as one of the game's elite players and earned him the tournament's MVP award.

Following his success with LOUD, aspas continued to dominate the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT), winning the 2023 Americas League and reaching the finals of VCT 2023: LOCK//IN São Paulo. His aggressive playstyle, characterized by fearless entry fragging and clutch performances, made him a nightmare for opponents.

In 2023, after his contract with LOUD expired, aspas signed with Leviatán, bringing his talents to the Latin American region. He continued his stellar performance, helping Leviatán reach the finals of VCT 2024: Americas Stage 2.

As of November 2024, aspas has returned to the Brazilian scene, joining MIBR. Throughout his career, he has earned over $288,000 in tournament winnings and has been recognized with numerous individual awards, including VCT Americas MVP in 2023 and multiple Best Player awards from Prêmio eSports Brasil.

Known for his exceptional aim, game sense, and ability to perform under pressure, aspas has become one of Valorant's most recognizable and respected players. His journey from a young Brazilian talent to a world champion and MVP has inspired countless aspiring players across the globe.