Aug 01, 2026.
The Grand Final of Street Fighter 6 at the Esports World Cup 2026 saw 15-year-old prodigy Jaime “Craime” Bustos make history at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The victory earns the Chilean prospect $250,000 in prize money and cements him as one of the youngest EWC champions in history. Congratulations to Craime and Team Falcons on their championship victory.
Craime’s journey to the Grand Final tested his ability to adapt against two EVO champions, Saul Leonardo “MenaRD” Mena II and Eisuke Yamaguchi. Both entered as tournament favorites, but Craime’s ability to read and adjust to his opponents’ game plans helped him deliver some of the most impressive sets of the tournament.
His clinical defensive style reached its peak against Grand Final opponent Hibiki, as Craime showcased a masterclass in spacing and control. He slowed down Hibiki’s offense, forced unfavorable approaches, and capitalized on every opportunity, especially during burnout states. The 15-year-old closed out the series with a dominant 5-2 victory, securing his first EWC championship title.
With this victory, Craime completes the run that his friend and rival, Derek “Blaz” Blaz, narrowly missed at EWC 25. As two breakout talents from Chile, their rivalry has become one of the most recognized storylines in modern Street Fighter history.
After watching the trophy slip away from his fellow countryman following a reverse sweep last year, Craime finished the journey in 2026, adding another chapter to their rivalry and proving Chile is a region to watch on the global stage.
“This win isn’t just about me," he said. "It’s for everyone at home that helped me get here. I can’t wait to share this trophy with all of them back home.”
Top finishes at Street Fighter 6 put Japanese clubs like REJECT, ZETA DIVISION, and Saishunkan Sol Kumamoto in the Club Championship race. However, Craime’s historic victory earned 1,000 Club Championship points for Team Falcons, sending them to the top of the standings and making them eligible for the Club Championship.
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