Ultimate Soca Champion Tournament Results
Winner and Prizes
Blaka Dan won the first Ultimate Soca Champion tournament with a total score of 387 points, taking home a $1 million cash prize. The competition had an overall budget of $8 million, including $4 million from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts.
Runner-up and Third-Place Finishers
The runner-up, Yung Bredda, received a prize of $300,000, while the third-place finisher, Preedy, received $150,000. The competition also awarded $50,000 to the fourth through eleventh place finishers.
Bmobile People’s Champion
Yung Bredda was also crowned the Bmobile People’s Champion, a title decided by a text vote via the Bmobile network. He received a mobile phone, a year of free mobile service, and a $10,000 cash award.
Event Details
The taped finale of the Ultimate Soca Champion was aired on the night of February 20, 2025, at Queen’s Park Savannah. The event was structured like a reality program, with several pre-recorded episodes leading up to the finale.
Support and Sponsors
The event received support from the National Carnival Commission and its CEO, Keiba Jacob Mottley, as well as the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts, under the leadership of Minister Randall Mitchell. The tournament was made possible by sponsors.
Conclusion
The first Ultimate Soca Champion tournament was a successful event that showcased the cultural value of soca music in Trinidad and Tobago.
FAQs
* When was the Ultimate Soca Champion tournament held? The tournament was held on the night of February 20, 2025.
* What was the total score of the winner, Blaka Dan? Blaka Dan had a total score of 387 points.
* What was the prize for the winner, Blaka Dan? Blaka Dan won a $1 million cash prize.
* Who was the runner-up and what was their prize? The runner-up, Yung Bredda, received a prize of $300,000.