Heartbreaking Exit from Major Qualification Run

Heartbreaking Exit from Major Qualification Run
  • Date: February 23, 2024
  • Tournament: PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024 Europe Last Chance Qualifier
  • Format: Best-of-three (Bo3)
  • Stage: 4-6th place decider
  • Opponent: 9 Pandas
  • Result: 0-2 (11-13 on Overpass, 8-13 on Nuke) 

On February 23, the Main Team went head-to-head with 9 Pandas in a do-or-die showdown. In a devastating turn of events, the Danes' hopes for redemption were shattered as they faced defeat in the first game stage of the Last Chance Qualifier. With their loss in this crucial match, the squads' aspirations of securing a spot in the PGL CS2 Major on home soil have been irreversibly dashed.

Following a promising start on our pick of Overpass, the Danes encountered difficulties on the T-side, trailing 4-8 at halftime. Despite rallying to tie the score with four consecutive rounds, the team narrowly fell short, suffering an 11-13 defeat. Transitioning to Nuke, once again, the team found themselves trailing at halftime and ultimately couldn't force overtime, suffering a 0-2 defeat.

The sting of disappointment is evident in the wake of the team's elimination from the last chance at the major. They're left to lick their wounds and confront the harsh reality of the defeat. It's a bitter pill to swallow, and there are no silver linings to be found. For now, the disappointment must simply be acknowledged, and time must be allowed to recover from this blow.

It's also important to recognize and acknowledge the efforts of everyone involved – the team, coaches, and supporters. We win and lose as a team, and it's together that we'll overcome this setback.