10-Year-Old Chilean Prodigy Lucas ‘Gudfella’ Takes Second Top 8 at Street Fighter 6’s Toughest Latin American Tournament

A 10-year-old Chilean player named Lucas, who goes by the handle “Gudfella,” has earned his second top-8 finish at Sushi de Delfín, widely recognized as one of the region’s most demanding Street Fighter 6 competitions. The young competitor has captured attention across the FGC by defeating several top Latin American players despite his very short competitive career.

Rising Talent in a Golden Generation

Gudfella’s second top-8 appearance at Sushi de Delfín—described by community figure DOEXO35 as “the most difficult tournament in the region”—demonstrates consistency rather than luck. In his brief time competing in Street Fighter 6, Lucas has already secured victories over established regional talent. The achievement sparked discussion within the fighting game community, with players noting Chile’s recent success in the genre.

This moment arrives alongside another milestone: 15-year-old Jaime “Craime” Díaz Bustos recently became the youngest champion in the history of Street Fighter 6’s world championship, winning the 2026 Electronic Sports World Cup in Paris. Craime defeated Japan’s Eisuke “Hibiki” 5–2 in the grand final, primarily using the character Ryu, and claimed a prize of $250,000 plus direct qualification to Capcom Cup 13. His victory set a record as the youngest winner in the tournament’s history, surpassing his compatriot Derek “Blaz,” who reached the final at 15 the previous year.

Craime’s path to the title included early adversity: he dropped to the losers bracket after losing 3–1 to Leshar in the second group stage, then mounted a comeback that saw him defeat Gachikun 3–0, teammate Micky 3–0, Dominican player MenaRD 5–3 in the quarterfinals, and Japanese competitor Yamaguchi 5–3 in the semifinals.

Why This Matters

Chile’s emergence as a fighting game powerhouse reflects a broader shift in competitive Street Fighter 6. The genre has historically been dominated by players from Japan, the United States, and a handful of other established regions. Two young Chileans—one at 10, one at 15—both competing at the highest levels and winning at the world level, signals a genuine geographic shift in the talent pool rather than isolated success stories.

For young players worldwide, these results prove that proximity to traditional esports hubs is no longer a prerequisite for reaching elite competition. The democratization of online tournaments and global streaming has made top-level play accessible across continents. For the fighting game community specifically, Gudfella and Craime represent the kind of youth pipeline that sustains competitive scenes for the long term.

What’s Next

With both players still early in their careers, the fighting game community will likely continue watching their progress through major tournaments. Whether Gudfella can convert future top-8 finishes into championship wins, and whether Craime can defend his world title at upcoming Capcom Cups, remain the natural focal points for fans tracking Chile’s continued rise in fighting games.