{"id":1844789,"date":"2023-09-04T11:05:22","date_gmt":"2023-09-04T15:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/plato-data\/valorant-pro-daveeys-dies-at-23\/"},"modified":"2023-09-04T11:05:22","modified_gmt":"2023-09-04T15:05:22","slug":"valorant-pro-daveeys-dies-at-23","status":"publish","type":"station","link":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/plato-data\/valorant-pro-daveeys-dies-at-23\/","title":{"rendered":"Valorant Pro Daveeys Dies at 23"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The esports community is in mourning following the tragic passing of Santiago \u2018Daveeys\u2019 Ruiz, a professional Valorant player from Colombia. At the young age of 23, his life was cut short, leaving fans and fellow players in shock.<\/p>\n

Daveeys was a prominent figure in the Valorant scene, representing KR\u00dc Esports, a team he joined in October 2022. The organization confirmed his passing on September 4, a day after his 23rd birthday. The sudden nature of his death, following a medical issue, has left many heartbroken.<\/p>\n

In a heartfelt statement, KR\u00dc Esports expressed their grief, stating, \u201cIt is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of @Daveeys21. There\u2019s no way to cushion this blow; it caught us all off guard.\u201d The organization went on to describe Daveeys as an \u201cexceptional player and an outstanding teammate.\u201d His dedication and humility were evident, and he took immense pride in representing his country and region at the pinnacle of global Valorant.<\/p>\n

Daveeys\u2019 impact on the game was significant. He played a crucial role in helping KR\u00dc qualify for the Valorant Champions 2023, showcasing his skills against top teams like Cloud9 and FURIA. Despite facing challenges, his passion for the game never waned.<\/p>\n

The esports community has come together to support Daveeys\u2019 family and friends during this challenging time. His teammate, axeddy, took to social media before the announcement of Daveeys\u2019 passing, reminding everyone of the importance of expressing love to those close to them.<\/p>\n

The loss of such a young talent serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life. Daveeys\u2019 legacy in the Valorant community will undoubtedly live on, as fans and players remember his contributions and the joy he brought to the game.<\/p>\n

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