Look Sports Media – The $3 million Marvel Rivals Ignite tournament’s Stage 1 Playoffs are shaping up to be a thrilling spectacle. The Group Stages have concluded, revealing a surprising mix of veteran powerhouses and breakout newcomers vying for a share of the $500,000 Mid-Season Finals prize pool. This article details the teams advancing from each region (excluding China, whose playoffs conclude June 29th).
In EMEA, Virtus.pro, despite a surprising upset loss to Rad EU, ultimately reclaimed their dominance, securing their playoff spot with a decisive 3-0 victory in the Grand Finals. Zero Tenacity emerged victorious in Group A, edging out Brr Brr Patapim in a nail-biting 3-2 match.
The Americas delivered a major upset. FlyQuest, after a lower bracket run, defeated 100 Thieves 3-0 in the Group A finals, a controversial victory given prior transphobic comments made by a FlyQuest player. In Group B, Team Nemesis, a UK organization fresh off qualifying for The International in Dota 2, stunned the Season 1 champions, 100 Thieves, with a 3-2 reverse sweep.
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Asia’s Round-Robin format saw Gen.G and REJECT emerge undefeated, showcasing their dominance. While Gen.G’s success was expected given their star-studded roster, Crazy Racoon’s underperformance was a notable surprise.
Finally, Oceania’s Stage 1 concluded with Ground Zero Gaming securing the regional title, defeating both Kanga Esports and The Vicious to claim the international spot. Their journey through the Open Qualifiers to victory highlights the competitive depth of the region. The Marvel Rivals Ignite playoffs promise intense competition and unexpected twists as these teams battle for global supremacy.
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