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The Global Challenge I of 2026 took place from May 1 to 4, gathering over 400,000 trainers. Federico Camporesi, the North American international champion of 2025, emerged victorious in the competition, using a team that included Mega Charizard Y, Mega Aerodactyl, and an unusual choice: Ariados.
This tournament showcased a variety of strategies and bold Pokémon choices, once again proving the diversity of the current meta. Camporesi skillfully leveraged his Pokémon to rise to the top, reaffirming his status as an elite player.