Cloud9 secured their spot as the final team qualifying for the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 after a thrilling victory over Zero Tenacity in a nail-biting series. Curious about how the Grand Final unfolded? Don’t worry, we’ve got all the details for you.
Cloud9 Triumphs Over Zero Tenacity in an Intense Series
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The Grand Finals of the CS2 tournament couldn’t have been more thrilling. Kicking off on Anubis, Cloud9 managed to secure a 13:10 victory in a tightly contested map. The competition only intensified on Dust2, where Zero Tenacity fought back and eventually claimed a 16:13 win in overtime. With everything on the line, the series moved to the Inferno decider, where Cloud9 showcased their determination and skill.
Cloud9 dominated the first half of Inferno with a remarkable 9:3 lead on their T-side. Despite almost losing their advantage, they managed to secure a hard-fought 13:11 victory after 24 intense rounds. Cloud9, touted as favorites throughout the EU Qualifier, showed resilience and composure to clinch the win when it mattered most.
Cloud9’s Key Players Shine
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Cloud9’s victory was propelled by standout performances from their star players, HeavyGod, ICY, and Ax1Le, all of whom delivered impressive stats throughout the series. With such talent on their side, Cloud9 always had a fighting chance of emerging victorious. As they gear up for the main event, anticipation grows to witness these players take on top competition and showcase their skills.
With the six qualifier teams for the Thunderpick World Championship 2024 determined, the remaining 10 teams will soon receive their invitations to the event set to kick off on October 1st.
