As we reach the final stages of the Thunderpick WC 2024 EU Qualifiers, the competition is heating up after a thrilling set of Quarter-Finals matches. Some major teams are still in contention, with Cloud9 and BetBoom battling for the last qualifying spot in the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 CS2 tournament in October.
Let’s take a closer look at the Quarter-Finals and some of the standout storylines:
BetBoom Dominate Gaimin Gladiators
Credit: Igor Bezborodov | © ESL
The matchup between BetBoom and Gaimin Gladiators was expected to be close, but BetBoom swiftly secured a 2-0 victory over the Danish team. Gaimin Gladiators struggled throughout the series, failing to put up a strong fight against the Russian powerhouse.
Impressive performances from zorte and KaiR0N- powered BetBoom to victory, while Gaimin Gladiators’ key players like roeJ and niccoodoz failed to make an impact. Despite high expectations from this lineup, their results have consistently fallen short. They need to regroup and focus on improving for future events.
Cloud9 Maintains Top Contender Status After ALTERNATE aTTaX Victory
Credit: Stephanie Lindgren | © BLAST
Cloud9 faced off against ALTERNATE aTTaX, eventually securing a 2-1 victory after dropping the first map. Cloud9’s star players like ICY and HeavyGod delivered strong performances, with Ax1Le and interz also stepping up when needed. Cloud9’s firepower makes them clear favorites for the remaining teams in the tournament.
Young Ninjas Overwhelm TSM
One of the most surprising results from the Quarter-Finals was Young Ninjas’ dominant 2-0 victory over TSM. Despite TSM’s experienced lineup featuring players like valde, acoR, and niko, they were outplayed by Young Ninjas.
Zyphon was the standout player for TSM, but a lackluster performance from acoR and Altekz hindered their chances. On the other hand, Young Ninjas showcased a strong team effort, with xKacpersky shining as a promising talent to watch.
Looking ahead to the Semi-Finals, the matchups are:
- Cloud9 vs. BetBoom
- Zero Tenacity vs. Young Ninjas
