Welcome to the Riyadh Masters 2024, the exciting esports event taking place in the heart of Saudi Arabia. Twenty teams, made up of both seasoned veterans and rising stars, are battling it out for a chance to claim $5 million in prize money and the prestigious title of Riyadh Masters 2024 Champions.
Esports World Cup 2024 (Image credit: Esports World Cup)
Who will emerge victorious at Riyadh Masters 2024?
Team Falcons are the frontrunners going into the championship, having dominated the ESL Pro Tour’s tournaments such as BetBoom Dacha Dubai 2024, ESL One Birmingham 2024, and DreamLeague S22 & S23. With an impressive track record, Team Falcons are the top contenders to win Riyadh Masters 2024.
Despite Team Falcons’ strong position, the history of Dota 2 is filled with underdog stories and comebacks, and there are teams poised to challenge them:
1. Team Spirit
Team Spirit, the two-time International Champion, is not to be underestimated in 2024. Known for stepping up their game during The International, they are a formidable opponent with recent improvements and a defending champion title from the previous year’s Riyadh Masters.
Team Spirit at TI12 (Image credit: The International 2023)
2. Gaimin Gladiators
Despite their recent struggles, Gaimin Gladiators have shown signs of a resurgence, making it to the grand finals of DreamLeague S23. Their past achievements and potential for a comeback make them a team to watch at Riyadh Masters 2024.
Quinn “Quinn” Callahan (Image credit: ESL One Berlin 2023)
3. WBG.XG
Xtreme Gaming, also known as WBG.XG, has proven to be a tough competitor for Team Falcons, defeating them at Elite League 2024. With a consistent performance throughout the season, they are a team that shouldn’t be overlooked at Riyadh Masters 2024.
Wang “Ame” Chunyu (Image credit: ESL One Birmingham 2024)
Keep an eye on these honorable mentions
While Team Falcons are the favorites, other teams like Tundra Esports, BetBoom Team, and Team Liquid are also worth watching at Riyadh Masters 2024. Expect intense competition and potential upsets as teams battle for their share of the multi-million dollar prize pool.
