Karmine Corp Crowned Champions of Rocket League Paris Major and the Unstoppable Rise of French Esports
Karmine Corp, a French Esports powerhouse, finished the 2026 RLCS Paris Major with a clean sweep over Saudi Arabian Twisted Minds. The team’s three‑player lineup of Atow, Juicy, and Vatira edged out their rivals in a 4‑2 victory that sealed the championship. Dominating every round, they proved why Karmine Corp has reached the semifinals at the last two Rocket League World Championships.
The tournament began with 16 teams competing for a spot on the podium and ended with Karmine Corp’s triumph in front of a roaring La Défense crowd that also witnessed the first glimpse of Rocket League set to launch on Unreal Engine 6. Juicy summed it up: “The whole game we dominated, and I think we could have scored earlier,” he said.
The Road to Victory: From 16 Teams to a Single Champion
- Karmine Corp secured the lion’s share of a prize pot exceeding $350 k.
- Vatira was named MVP for his clutch play in overtime.
- Atow delivered the game‑winning goal that sealed the win.
Karmine Corp quickly went up 2‑0 before dropping a game to Twisted Minds, then rallied to win the decisive match. The Unreal Engine 6 teaser showed richer environments and an enhanced options selector, which Juicy is already excited about. For more on how Epic’s engine powers in‑person events, read our deep‑dive into Rocket League Championship Series coverage.
The Rocket League World Championship will soon return to Fort Worth, Texas, September 15‑20.
