Look Sports Media – GamerLegion and Lynn Vision face a perilous situation at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, teetering on the edge of elimination after a brutal Day 1. The Huns and Rare Atom also find themselves in the same precarious position, needing to win their next Best of 3 match to stay alive in the competition.
The opening day of the Major witnessed unexpected upsets, leaving some of the favorites scrambling. M80, NRG, Fluxo, and FlyQuest are now in prime position to advance, showcasing the volatile nature of Best of 1 matches.
StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Day 2 Matches
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GamerLegion and Lynn Vision Fighting for Survival
Analyst Janko "YNk" Paunović’s pre-tournament warning about the dangers of Best of 1s has proven prophetic for GamerLegion and Lynn Vision. After suffering two defeats in the opening Best of 1s, they must now navigate the treacherous waters of Best of 3 elimination matches.
GamerLegion’s losses to Red Canids and Fluxo, teams considered weaker opponents, have compounded their problems. These defeats not only highlight their poor form but also eliminate the possibility of facing these teams later in the bracket, making their path to recovery even steeper. Their previous 4th place finish at PGL Masters Bucharest now seems like a distant memory.
Lynn Vision, despite facing tough opposition in FaZe and NiP, were utterly dominated, losing 13-5 and 13-2 respectively. The tenacity they displayed during their impressive run at the BLAST.tv Austin Major was nowhere to be seen.
Despite their setbacks, both GamerLegion and Lynn Vision are favored to win their respective 0-2 Best of 3 matches against Rare Atom and The Huns.
NRG’s Unexpected Surge
The absence of NRG’s in-game leader, Nicholas "nitr0" Cannella, due to the birth of his child, led many to write off their chances at the Major. However, NRG has defied expectations, securing shock victories against NiP and FaZe.
With coach Damian "daps" Steele stepping in as a stand-in, NRG now has three opportunities to advance in Best of 3 matches, starting with a North American showdown against M80. Daps’ performance has been remarkable, exceeding expectations and enabling his team to secure crucial rounds.
While their free-flowing style may tighten up as the pressure mounts, NRG’s unexpected success has injected a new level of excitement into the tournament.
FlyQuest Poised for Advancement
FlyQuest also stands on the verge of Stage 2 qualification, facing Fluxo in a crucial match. Fluxo’s surprising victories against GamerLegion and Fnatic have demonstrated their potential, but FlyQuest’s experience at Tier 1.5 events gives them a slight edge.
Fnatic’s struggles, particularly on Train, raise questions about their decision to replace Cai "CYPHER" Watson with Mykyta "jackasmo" Skyba just six weeks before the Major. The challenge of integrating a new player in such a short timeframe has proven significant.
Darragh Harbinson is an esports writer specializing in Counter-Strike. He has written for Esports News UK, Esports Insider, UKCSGO, Dexerto, and Rush B Media.
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