The inaugural day of Valorant Convergence 2023, held at the Manpho Convention Center in Bangalore, unfortunately, witnessed a series of setbacks as technical difficulties marred the much-anticipated Valorant tournament. The initial match between Gen.G and True Rippers, scheduled to commence at 1:30 p.m., faced a significant delay, leaving fans understandably discontent.

The delay, attributed to unforeseen technical issues, resulted in a prolonged wait for eager fans who had been anticipating the clash between these two teams. Moreover, the frustration among the audience was understandable as the event, designed to showcase top-tier Valorant gameplay, found itself grappling with unexpected obstacles.

Sukamal Pegu, Riot Games’ Esports Leader for South Asia, took to Twitter to address the situation directly. In a recent tweet, he acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the delayed start and offered an explanation for the unexpected hiccup. Pegu stated, “Apologies, people, for the delayed start. There was a last-minute issue with a stage PC, and we had to replace them to ensure we didn’t run into issues during the games.”

Despite the initial setbacks, fans are extremely excited for the second day of this official Valorant OFF/SEASON event as the top Indian teams are competing against some of the best-franchised teams from around the world. 

As the event unfolds, both organizers and fans alike hope that any remaining technical issues are swiftly addressed. The collective hope is for a seamless and uninterrupted experience. However, it will be interesting to see how the organizers overcome these issues and strive for delay-free action in the following days.

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