Gabriël “Bwipo” Rau is a prominent Belgian-Brazilian professional League of Legends player currently competing as a top laner for FlyQuest. His career began in 2015 with mCon Esports, where he showcased his skills in regional tournaments across Belgium and the Netherlands. Bwipo’s breakthrough came in 2018 when he joined Fnatic as a substitute top laner. Despite limited playtime initially, he quickly made a name for himself, contributing to Fnatic’s victories in both the Spring and Summer splits of the EU LCS, and helping the team secure a spot in the 2018 World Championship, where they finished as runners-up.
In 2019, Bwipo was promoted to a full-time starting position after the departure of sOAZ. He played a crucial role in Fnatic’s success, leading the team to a third-place finish in the Spring split and a second-place finish in the Summer split, which qualified them for Worlds 2019. His performance continued to shine in 2020, where Fnatic reached the finals in both splits, although they faced tough competition from G2. Despite these setbacks, Bwipo’s consistent gameplay earned him recognition as one of Europe’s top players.
After a challenging 2021 season, where he transitioned to the jungle role, Bwipo’s adaptability was evident as he helped Fnatic reach the finals once again. However, following the season, he signed with Team Liquid, where he achieved notable success, including winning the Lock-In tournament and finishing first in the regular season of the LCS.
In November 2023, Bwipo returned to competitive play with FlyQuest, marking a new chapter in his career. His journey through various roles and teams has solidified his reputation as a versatile and skilled player in the League of Legends esports scene, and fans eagerly anticipate his contributions in the upcoming season.