Borderlands 4 isn’t just about vault hunting and high-powered loot—sometimes it throws in light-hearted challenges that test your agility, speed, and reflexes. The Finway’s Cup side mission is one such diversion, a mini-triathlon that swaps real-world events for the kind of chaos only Borderlands can deliver. Whether you’re chasing side content completion or just in the mood for a break from the main story, here’s everything you need to know to ace the Finway’s Cup.
How to Unlock Finway’s Cup
- Quest Giver: Orts
- Location: Hungering Plain, The Fadefields (cliffside stage overlooking the coast)
- Unlock Requirement: Available during Main Mission 5: One Fell Swoop
Head to the Hungering Plain and speak to Orts, who’s standing on a stage near the cliff. Accepting the mission will set you up for the event.
Mission Overview
The Finway’s Cup is essentially a three-part time trial:
- Swimming Course
- Vehicle Course
- Final Throw Challenge
You’ll have 3 minutes and 30–45 seconds (depending on patch version) to complete all objectives.
Step 1: Complete the Swimming Course
After Orts’ countdown, sprint off the ramp and leap into the ocean below. The water is farther than it looks, so use your double jump and glide pack to ensure you land safely.
- Follow the blue flare gates to stay on track.
- Swim hard—every second matters.
- Your compass will help guide you through the checkpoints.
Step 2: Tackle the Vehicle Course
Once you hit land, summon your Digirunner and continue the race.
- Checkpoints are again marked by glowing blue flares.
- The course seems to encourage sticking to the road, but cutting across terrain will save time.
- Use your boosters frequently to maximize speed.
- Enemies may spawn along the track, but ignore them—you’re on the clock.
Step 3: The Doohicky and Thingamabob
The final leg is where Borderlands humor shines.
- Near the end of the vehicle section, grab the “Doohicky” (a glowing ball).
- Sprint toward the cliff where you began the mission.
- Toss the Doohicky through the “Thingamabob” (a hanging tire).
- Land the shot to finish the triathlon.
Finway’s Cup Side Mission Rewards
Completing the Finway’s Cup nets you more than bragging rights:
- Guaranteed Rewards:
- XP
- Cash
- Loot Pool:
- Green–Blue rarity weapons (Pistol, SMG, Shotgun, Assault Rifle, Sniper, Heavy Weapon Ordnance)
- Randomized gear drops from the victory chest
Expect fireworks, cheering, and a loot shower once Orts declares you the winner.
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Quick Tips for Finway’s Cup Side Mission Walkthrough
- Save time on land: Don’t feel forced to follow the marked road—cut corners where possible.
- Use boosters smartly: Keep your Digirunner’s speed at max whenever possible.
- Don’t panic in the swim: The checkpoint gates are forgiving; just keep momentum.
- Line up your throw: The Doohicky toss isn’t tricky, but rushing can cause a miss.
The Finway’s Cup is a short but memorable side mission in Borderlands 4. It mixes humor, skill challenges, and a splash of chaos that breaks up the usual gunfights. While the rewards lean toward mid-tier gear and XP, the sheer fun of competing makes it worth the effort. Play Now!
