- Sotirios Poutachidis
- May 4
- 2 min read

The Mortal Kombat 1 (MK1) Pro Kompetition at Gamescom Latam 2025, held in São Paulo, Brazil, from May 2-3, delivered an electrifying showcase of competitive fighting game action. As a Demi God Tier event on the MK1 Pro Kompetition circuit, this tournament drew over 140 players, including global heavyweights and local talents, all vying for crucial leaderboard points and a shot at Final Kombat 2025.
Final Results:
1. Ytecz (Brazil) – Crowned champion, Ytecz stunned the competition with an incredible run, solidifying their status as a top contender and earning massive points to climb the global leaderboard.
2. SonicFox (USA) – The legendary player made a strong showing but fell short in the grand finals, reinforcing their dominance but unable to secure the top spot.
3. Nicolas (Brazil) – A standout local favorite, Nicolas leveraged his Combo Breaker 2024 experience to secure a high placement.
4. Scorpionprocs (Brazil) – The Evo 2022 champ fought valiantly, notably clashing with SonicFox in a thrilling losers bracket match.
Key Highlights:
• Brazilian Dominance: Ytecz’s victory was a proud moment for the local scene, with fans on X calling it a “wholesome” triumph for Brazil. Posts praised the underdog story and Ytecz’s commanding performance.
• Upsets and Underdogs: The tournament was packed with surprises, as lesser-known players challenged veterans, creating some of the most memorable matches of the event.
• High Stakes: As one of only three remaining Demi God events in 2025, alongside Combo Breaker (May 23-25) and Evo Las Vegas (Aug 1-3), the points earned here significantly reshaped the global leaderboard. Kanimani, the previous leaderboard leader, is likely to lose their top spot due to their absence.
• Star-Studded Lineup: Notable players like Grr, MKJavierMK, DK|KillerXinok, and SHD|GuiExceptional brought fierce competition, with SonicFox and Nicolas delivering must-watch matches in the Top 12 double-elimination brackets.
The event, streamed live on NetherRealm’s Twitch and Mortal Kombat’s YouTube channels, captivated audiences with its intense pools on Friday and gripping Top 12 showdowns on Saturday. Fans on X hailed Gamescom Latam 2025 as “the best MK1 tournament by far,” citing the electric atmosphere and unforgettable moments.
Congratulations to Ytecz and all competitors for making Gamescom Latam 2025 a landmark event in the MK1 Pro Kompetition circuit! Stay tuned for more updates as the road to Final Kombat 2025 heats up.
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