Nils Dunlop claimed victory at the 2024 Pokémon Europe International Championships (EUIC), marking a significant milestone with both his gameplay and a memorable post-match interview. The tournament, which featured the largest attendance in Pokémon competitive history, saw Dunlop defeat Tim Edwards in the VGC grand finals.

During his victory interview with host Charlie Merriman, Dunlop first thanked his mother for being "the best mental coach ever," before candidly expressing his pre-match nervousness with some unexpected colorful language. The broadcast team quickly cut the audio to maintain the family-friendly nature of the event.

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Dunlop's victory was particularly notable for his innovative team composition, featuring:

• Off-meta picks: Ursaluna and Porygon2
• Meta staples: Incineroar, Urshifu, Flutter Mane, and Amoonguss

His success with this Trick Room team, especially the unprecedented achievement with Ursaluna, may influence future competitive strategies in the Scarlet and Violet meta.

Upcoming major Pokémon tournaments:

• North American International Championships (NAIC): June 7-9 in New Orleans, Louisiana
• World Championships: August 16-18 in Honolulu, Hawaii

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