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SPORTFIVE places its own creator collective with SQVAD

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3 years ago

November 9, 2022

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One community, diverse interests, wide-reaching creators and authentic content: with SQVAD, SPORTFIVE has launched its own creator collective. As an organically growing platform, SQVAD uses the interests and channels of Gen-Y and Gen-Z to implement content ideas and tell authentic stories. SQVAD’s lineup initially formed from three experienced and wide-reaching creators who have been friends for years: Wakez, Nheisen and Proownez. The three creators are also united by the same roots – the city of Hamburg.

SQVAD was already established in spring 2022 as a standalone brand deliberately in young target groups as a brand that combines lifestyle themes such as Esports and gaming, but also fashion and music. SPORTFIVE will initially make the brand accessible only to a German-speaking audience, but it will be scaled to a global level in the long term.

Eike Gyllensvärd, President Global Esports and Gaming at SPORTFIVE, says: “After an initial test phase, we have further developed SQVAD so that we can officially place the platform as a SPORTFIVE brand in German-speaking countries and make it commercially viable. Our mission is to serve a previously non-existent sweet spot. Gen-Y and Gen-Z follow content that creates added value in an entertaining way. Our collective offers the opportunity to bring diverse interests to life and unite them within one platform.”

SQVAD and its members already reach a total of over three million followers, with YouTube (2.1 million), Instagram (522 thousand) and TikTok (312 thousand) among the strongest platforms. Event-related as well as daily content formats are produced on these platforms, as well as on Twitch, Twitter and Facebook. The synergies that SPORTFIVE can offer with its broad portfolio provide Creators with an attractive home for development.

Creators Wakez, Nheisen and Proownez are active as an ambivalent collective in all FIFA titles, but also generate strong reach from their interest in lifestyle, fashion and music. SQVAD thus offers attractive partnership opportunities for diverse fields of interest.

SPORTFIVE provides full-service support for brands interested in SQVAD, ranging from planning and conception of the partnership to production of creative content and evaluation. The goal is to expand the community and build new partnerships that authentically feed into SQVAD’s thematic areas.

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FURIA Pulls Off the Reverse Sweep to Win Thunderpick World Championship 2025

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1 day ago

October 28, 2025

Niji Narayan

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Thunderpick, the leading esports betting platform delivering fans cutting-edge tools and experiences, announced that FURIA has emerged victorious at the Thunderpick World Championship 2025 — one of the tournament’s most competitive editions yet, featuring four of the world’s top 10 ranked teams. FURIA takes home the $500,000 first-place prize, with KSCERATO earning his first Grand Final MVP.

FURIA’s steady performance and relentless focus were on full display throughout the tournament, culminating in a Finals victory over Natus Vincere. After NAVI went up two maps to zero, FURIA did what many thought was impossible and completed a dominant reverse sweep with a 13:1 on the decisive map.

Natus Vincere finished second place, earning $150,000. The MongolZ, who won the Thunderpick World Championship last year, finished third after defeating Aurora earlier in the day, receiving $70,000 and $50,000, respectively. Venom, 9z, Imperial and OG all placed fifth through eighth, taking home $20,000 each.

“It is a privilege to congratulate FURIA as the Thunderpick World Champions! This tournament was thrilling, featuring exceptional gameplay. The success of our World Championship is thanks to the incredible teams, streamers, partners, staff, and everyone behind the scenes who made it possible, as well as the passionate fans who make this event so special,” said Kelly Sanders, Head of Strategy at Thunderpick.

This year marks the third consecutive Thunderpick World Championship. Last year, The MongolZ stunned HEROIC to claim their third international title of the season, cementing their status on the global CS2 stage. In 2023, FaZe Clan took the crown after defeating Virtus.pro, with Robin “ropz” Kool earning the MVP title. The TWC 2025 Finals are presented in collaboration with Hotspawn, a leading hub for esports news and analysis.

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LEON Esports announces partnership with GamerLegion’s CS2 team

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6 days ago

October 23, 2025

Zoltan Tundik

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LEON Esports is excited to announce a new partnership with GamerLegion’s Counter-Strike 2 team — a leading German esports organization ranked among the top 15 teams in the world, renowned for its consistent top-tier performances.

This collaboration marks a new chapter for LEON Esports, as the brand continues to expand its presence in competitive gaming. Over the years, LEON has become an active force in esports — supporting professional teams and hosting its own tournaments across titles like CS2, Dota, Free Fire and Deadlock.

Together with GamerLegion, LEON Esports aims to bring even more action and engagement to fans — with exclusive offers, special markets, social media giveaways, and more challenges made for true esports and betting enthusiasts.

This partnership follows LEON’s successful collaborations with other major esports organizations such as SAW (Portugal), FlyQuest (Australia), and NFA (Brazil) — strengthening its position as one of the key players in the global esports scene.

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HAVIT Partners with Legendary Galatasaray Esports

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6 days ago

October 23, 2025

Niji Narayan

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HAVIT, a leading global consumer tech brand, announced a strategic partnership with Galatasaray Esports, one of Turkey’s most iconic and influential esports teams. This collaboration aims to energise the rapidly growing Turkish gaming ecosystem with cutting-edge gear.

Galatasaray, a symbol of pride, passion and excellence with over a century of sporting heritage, has extended its winning spirit into the digital arena through Galatasaray Esports, now a powerhouse in competitive gaming. By partnering with Galatasaray Esports, HAVIT is not only equipping the team with cutting-edge gaming gear to enhance professional performance but also bringing more high-performance gaming gear to redefine the esports experience in Turkey.

With this partnership, HAVIT and Galatasaray Esports will work together to open a new chapter for Turkish esports. In upcoming competitions, Galatasaray Esports will continue to showcase its strength and team spirit, representing Turkey with pride on the international stage. Meanwhile, HAVIT will provide full support with its outstanding gaming gear, empowering the team to reach new heights.

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