Valorant pro player DaveeyS from KRÜ Esports passes away at 23

Published: 19:22, 04 September 2023
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Valorant pro player DaveeyS from KRÜ Esports passes away at 23
Valorant DaveeyS passed away on September 3, 2023, just a day after his 23rd birthday
Valorant DaveeyS passed away on September 3, 2023, just a day after his 23rd birthday

The VALORANT and Esports communities are grieving the loss of Santiago "DaveeyS" Ruiz, a 23-year-old professional player from KRÜ Esports, who tragically passed away on Sunday.

Santiago Ruiz, widely known as DaveeyS, had been a prominent figure in the professional Riot Games and Valorant scene, representing KRÜ Esports. Hailing from Colombia, he was born on September 2, 2000.

On September 4, 2023, KRÜ Esports delivered the heart-wrenching news of DaveeyS' untimely demise. The Argentine organization revealed that the unfortunate incident transpired after DaveeyS experienced a severe health setback.

DaveeyS had just celebrated his 23rd birthday on September 2, 2023, a mere day before his passing. This poignant timing has undoubtedly compounded the grief experienced by his family, friends, and the entire Esports community.

Despite being a Sentinel main in Valorant, DaveeyS played a pivotal role as the second-best performer on KRÜ Esports' team during the Valorant Champions 2023 event. His dedication to the game and the Esports realm was evident.

The sudden and unexpected loss of this young professional player has sent shockwaves throughout the Valorant and Esports communities. KRÜ Esports, in response, has extended its heartfelt condolences and support to DaveeyS' family and friends during this profoundly challenging period.

DaveeyS harbored a dream to represent his nation and region at the pinnacle of the competitive Valorant scene, a dream that he was able to realize. The community has expressed deep empathy for DaveeyS' abrupt departure, recognizing him as a devoted Valorant player and an exceptional teammate known for his unwavering dedication.


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