Punk and Doramigi Secure Back-to-Back Titles at LVL UP EXPO 2026 as FGC Elite Gear Up for Evo Japan

FGC stars Punk and Doramigi secure back-to-back wins at LVL UP EXPO 2026 as elite players prepare for the upcoming Evo Japan 2026 tournament.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 29, 2026, 11:05 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Esports Insider

Punk’s Resilient Climb to the Street Fighter 6 Throne

Victor “Punk” Woodley reaffirmed his status as a premier global talent by winning the Street Fighter 6 bracket at LVL UP EXPO 2026. Despite an early setback that sent him to the loser’s side after a defeat by Michael “Riddles” Kim, Punk successfully navigated the lower bracket to secure a 3-0 runback against Riddles. In a tense Grand Finals, he defeated FGC veteran NYChrisG to claim back-to-back titles at the event. Following his victory, Punk immediately departed for Japan to begin preparations for the upcoming Evo Japan 2026, where he remains a top contender for the international crown.

Doramigi’s Unmatched Consistency in Smash Ultimate

In the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate category, Doramigi continued his era of dominance by securing his own back-to-back LVL UP EXPO championship. The young competitor has not missed a Top 8 placement in two years, drawing comparisons to the legendary early dominance of MkLeo. Doramigi’s clinical performance in Los Angeles serves as a precursor to his appearance at Kagaribi, a Premier tournament scheduled immediately following Evo Japan. His consistent results across international soil have solidified his position as arguably the current best Smash Ultimate player in the world.

NYChrisG’s Multi-Game Dominance and Financial Strategy

Christopher “NYChrisG” Gonzalez stood out for his unparalleled versatility, reaching the Top 8 in nearly every tournament he entered. While he did not take first place in a single event, his aggregate winnings reached $3,500 through high-tier finishes in Street Fighter 6, Street Fighter 4, 2XKO, and several others. This multi-discipline approach highlighted the unique professional landscape of the FGC, where entering multiple brackets can often yield higher total earnings than winning a single game with a smaller prize pool. NYChrisG is set to continue this "iron man" schedule at Evo Japan, competing in four different titles.