The Apeks team secured a spot at IEM Katowice 2024 after a dramatic victory over BIG with a score of 2:1. The squad became the last participant of the prestigious tournament in Poland.

The match started with Apeks' defeat on Inferno with a score of 7:13, but the team managed to recover, winning on Vertigo with a score of 13:10 and completing the triumph on Ancient with a score of 16:14 after an exciting comeback.

Despite being considered underdogs, Apeks' ability to turn the game around on Vertigo and their impressive comeback on Ancient demonstrate the team's strength and determination. This victory is particularly significant as it guarantees Apeks their first-ever appearance at IEM Katowice, one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world of esports.

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At the main stage of IEM Katowice 2024, taking place from February 3 to 11 in Poland, Apeks will face much stronger opponents. The tournament winner will not only receive $400,000 but also slots at IEM Cologne 2024 and BLAST Premier: World Final 2024.  

All teams that have advanced to the tournament through the Play-In stage:

• Eternal Fire
• GamerLegion
  
• ENCE
  
• Spirit
  
• Cloud9
  
• Heroic
  
• Rebels
• Apeks