Kaydop (Alexandre Courant)
Full name: Alexandre Courant
Game Name: Kaydop
Date of birth: March 3, 1998
Place of birth: France
Nationality: French
Beginnings and Career
2015-2016: First Steps in Rocket League
- Kaydop began his career in 2015 shortly after the release of Rocket League. He initially played for lesser-known teams like Precision Z , where he quickly showed his potential.
2016-2017: Ascension with Gale Force Esports
- In 2016, he joined Gale Force Esports . His team won major tournaments, including the DreamHack Open Leipzig 2017. This period marked the beginning of his international recognition.
2017-2018: Peak with Team Dignitas
- In 2017, after Gale Force Esports was acquired by Team Dignitas , Kaydop continued to shine. He won the RLCS Season 5 World Championship in 2018, establishing himself as one of the best players in the world.
2019-2022: Dominance with Team Vitality
- In January 2019, he joined Team Vitality . Kaydop and his team won the RLCS Season 7 European Championship and reached the finals of the RLCS Season 7 World Championship .
- Team Vitality continues to dominate the European scene with regular victories and a constant presence at the top of the rankings ( Octane.gg ) ( Shift ) .
Recent and Present Career (2022-2024)
2022 - 2023: New Team with Solary
- In 2022, Kaydop joins Solary with teammates Thibault "Chausette45" Grzesiak and Jovinson "Rysfox". This new team aims to qualify for the RLCS World Championships.
2024: Continuity with Solary
- In 2024, Kaydop and Solary continue to aim for the top. The team has prepared well during the off-season and has already won important victories, such as in the tournament "The Rendez-Vous #4"
Major Achievements:
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RLCS World Championships:
- Season 4 (2017): Champion with Gale Force eSports
- Season 5 (2018): Champion with Dignitas
- Season 7 (2019): Champion with Team Vitality
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RLCS European Championships:
- Season 5 (2018): Champion with Gale Force eSports
- Season 6 (2018): Champion with Team Vitality
- Season 7 (2019): Champion with Team Vitality
- Season X (2021): Champion with Team Vitality
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Rocket League Major Tournaments:
- DreamHack Pro Circuit: Leipzig 2018: Winner with Gale Force eSports
- Rocket League Summit 1 (2019): Winner with Team Vitality
Earnings and Income:
- Total winnings: $531,605.96 from 229 tournaments
- Largest single prize: $66,666.67 at RLCS Season 7 Finals (2019)
Playing Style and Impact
Kaydop is known for his game intelligence, ability to read opponents' movements, and mechanical skills. His consistency and performance under pressure make him a feared and respected player. He has inspired many young players and contributed to Rocket League's growing popularity as a major esport.
Online Influence and Engagement
Kaydop is very active on social media and streaming platforms:
He uses these platforms to share his matches, analysis and advice with his fans, thus strengthening his presence and influence in the Rocket League community.
Anecdotes
- Kaydop is one of the few players to have reached three consecutive RLCS World Championship finals, a unique feat never before matched in Rocket League.
