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Trans Gamer Vader Wins $78K at Women-Only Fortnite Event

10/23/2025

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Vader, a transgender gamer, won $78,000 at the Milk Cup, a women-only Fortnite event at TwitchCon San Diego.
The Milk Cup aims to support female gamers in a male-dominated industry.
Critics say allowing a male competitor undermines the event's mission, noting Vader's victory with partner Nina Fernandez.
The tournament has a total prize pool of $300,000, the largest for a North American women's esports event.

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Story summary

Vader, a transgender gamer, won $78,000 at the Milk Cup, a women-only Fortnite event at TwitchCon San Diego.
The Milk Cup aims to support female gamers in a male-dominated industry.
Critics say allowing a male competitor undermines the event's mission, noting Vader's victory with partner Nina Fernandez.
The tournament has a total prize pool of $300,000, the largest for a North American women's esports event.