Nils Dunlop made headlines after winning the 2024 Pokémon Scarlet and Violet European International Championships (EUIC) with an unexpected post-match interview moment that briefly disrupted the live stream.

During his victory interview with host Charlie Merriman, Dunlop first touched hearts by thanking his mother for being "the best mental coach ever." However, the touching moment took an unexpected turn when he candidly admitted to "sh*tting bricks" backstage due to nerves, causing the stream's audio to be temporarily cut.

The incident stood out particularly because Pokémon events are typically family-friendly affairs, with junior and senior divisions catering to younger players and families both in attendance and watching from home.

Despite the interview mishap, Dunlop's victory was impressive. His winning team featured an innovative combination of:

• Off-meta picks: Ursaluna and Porygon2
• Popular choices: Incineroar, Urshifu, Flutter Mane, and Amoonguss

The victory at EUIC - the largest Pokémon tournament to date - might influence future meta choices, particularly regarding Ursaluna's competitive viability.

Looking ahead, The Pokémon Company announced upcoming major events:

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

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