by FlyQuest has clinched the final Asia-Pacific slot at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 following a dominant 2-0 win over Lynn Vision in the lower bracket final of the Asia RMR.
Despite being favourites to qualify, FlyQuest’s path was anything but smooth, as they had to battle through a full lower bracket run.
The Australian Counter-Strike 2 squad narrowly edged out DRILLAS in the previous match, surviving multiple map points to secure a 2-1 victory.
Lynn Vision fell to FlyQuest 0-2, missing their chance at the #ShanghaiMajor2024. The Australian team avenged their earlier loss to Lynn Vision at Copenhagen Major RMR, securing their spot at the Shanghai Major. Congrats! pic.twitter.com/BXmYiRZcCe
— CS_PerfectWorld (@CS_PerfectWorld) November 13, 2024
However, their final clash with Lynn Vision proved to be a statement win, as the Aussies lost only 10 rounds over both maps.
For FlyQuest, who missed the Copenhagen Major earlier in 2024, this is a significant comeback.
In the Americas RMR, Wildcard and MIBR became the first teams to qualify for the Shanghai Major.
Wildcard delivered an impressive performance, defeating 9z Team 2-0.
Led by Peter “stanislaw” Jarguz, Wildcard’s run featured wins over top-ranked teams in Team Liquid and paiN Gaming.
In the Americas RMR 2-0 bracket, Wildcard defeated 9z with a 2-0 victory, securing the third spot at the #ShanghaiMajor2024. Congrats!
More moments: https://t.co/6QtugBbAKS pic.twitter.com/FwmJOKngec
— CS_PerfectWorld (@CS_PerfectWorld) November 13, 2024
Nuke was a nail-biter, with Wildcard rallying from a 5-11 deficit to win in overtime, while Inferno saw them take full control.
Wildcard’s qualification marks the Major debut for the organisation and stanislaw’s first appearance since 2021.
Joining them is MIBR, who also secured a Major spot after taking down Complexity 2-0.
MIBR triumphed on both Nuke and Vertigo, showcasing resilience and teamwork.
Notably, Felipe “insani” Yuji became emotional in the post-match interview, expressing gratitude to his teammates.
MIBR’s victory included standout performances from players like Rafael “saffee” Costa and André “drop” Abreu, who made crucial plays to keep the team’s Major dreams alive.
Complexity, 9z, paiN, M80, FURIA, and Liquid still have chances to qualify as the Americas RMR continues.
While there have been few unexpected eliminations thus far, the final rounds promise intense competition as teams vie for the remaining slots.
MIBR sweeps Complexity 2-0! The Brazilians are headed to #ShanghaiMajor2024—congratulations! pic.twitter.com/kDuXQ7kLIL
— CS_PerfectWorld (@CS_PerfectWorld) November 13, 2024
Thursday’s Americas RMR matches
- 9z Team ($2.75) vs paiN Gaming ($1.40) @ 12pm CST
- BOSS ($3.75) vs BESTIA ($1.25) @ 12pm CST
- Complexity ($1.40) vs M80 ($2.75) @ 3pm CST
- Imperial Esports ($1.08) vs KRU Esports ($7.00) @ 3pm CST
- Legacy ($1.83) vs RED Canids ($1.83) @ 6pm CST
- Team Liquid ($1.61) vs FURIA Esports ($2.20) @ 6pm CST
