Red Bull Under My Wiiings Announced with V3nom for VALORANT Players

Red Bull India has officially announced Red Bull Under My Wiiings, a unique mentorship initiative featuring Ankit “V3nom” Panth, aimed at helping aspiring professional VALORANT players learn from one of the most experienced figures in India’s PC esports ecosystem.

Everything You Need to Know About Red Bull Under My Wiiings

Ankit “V3nom” Panth, India’s first Red Bull gaming athlete, is a retired professional player and one of the country’s most seasoned PC esports competitors.

He competed actively from 2008 to 2019, primarily in Counter-Strike, representing India on multiple international stages. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation as a leader, mentor, and content creator, consistently engaging with and guiding upcoming players in the ecosystem.

Red Bull Under My Wiiings Event Details

The two-day mentorship workshop will take place on:

• March 28 and March 29, 2026

• Venue: Ministry of Esports Café, Pune

Only 20 participants will be selected for this exclusive opportunity to learn directly from V3nom.

The program is designed as a structured mentorship experience, combining theory, gameplay, and direct interaction to provide participants with a clear understanding of the path to becoming a professional esports player.

Across the two days, participants will take part in sessions covering:

• Realities of competitive gaming

• High-level decision-making

• Core fundamentals required for professional play

V3nom on Red Bull Under My Wiiings Initiative

Sharing his thoughts on the initiative, Ankit “V3nom” Panth said:

“When I started competing over 17 years ago, India’s esports ecosystem was very different from what it is today. As a kid in a completely new industry, I had to figure everything out on my own and navigate a complex space with no proper structure at the time.”

“While things have evolved, aspiring esports athletes still lack structured mentorship on how to navigate this ecosystem. Through Red Bull Under My Wiiings, I aim to help improve not just in-game skills, but also the out-of-game mindset and requirements that are equally important.”

What Participants Can Expect

The Red Bull Under My Wiiings workshop will feature:

• Multiple scrim blocks focused on player evaluation

• Live coaching sessions

• Game review segments

• Adjustment and improvement rounds
  

Participants will also get the opportunity to:

• Play a community match with V3nom

• Take part in a showmatch-style draft

• Attend a final mentorship and Q&A session

Beyond Gameplay: Building an Esports Career

In addition to in-game training, the initiative will also focus on helping players understand the broader esports ecosystem.

Sessions will include discussions on:

• The pathway to becoming a professional esports player

• Opportunities in content creation

• Building a sustainable career in gaming