Shotzzy & OpTic Gaming Shine at EWC 2025: “This Is the Start of Something Crazy”

Riyadh witnessed a commanding display in the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 tournament, where OpTic Gaming rode their momentum all the way to the Grand Final and clinched the championship. Leading from the front was Anthony “Shotzzy” Cuevas‑Castro, the MVP of the event and a pillar of consistency in OpTic’s world-title run.

Invincible at the Top

OpTic tore through the bracket without dropping a series, culminating in a flawless 4‑0 victory over Vancouver Surge. Shotzzy and his teammates showcased precision execution, clutch plays, and strategic composure in every round, securing the $600,000 top prize and sweeping the Call of Duty Club Championship stage.

Shotzzy encapsulated the emotional turnaround:

“This win means everything, man. The season we had at the beginning of the year was so, so dark, and the fact that we made a turnaround is just great.”— Shotzzy

MVP Confidence & Championship Fortitude

Named MVP for his performance across Black Ops 6 and the wider tournament, Shotzzy spoke confidently about OpTic’s current strength:

“Undeniably.”— Shotzzy

When asked whether OpTic are the best team in the world right now, Shotzzy didn’t hesitate, his short answer spoke volumes about the team’s present form and their ambitions for the future.

A New Era Begins

Looking ahead, he teased what’s next for OpTic Gaming:

“I think this is the start of something crazy. The players on my team are all unbelievably talented. It feels like we’re cheating at times.”— Shotzzy

His enthusiasm signals not only personal pride but a broader belief: OpTic Texas may be entering a sustained peak era of dominance in Call of Duty esports.