The seasoned squad of Astralis kicked off their journey at the PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024: European RMR B with a commanding win. Facing off against Nexus Gaming, Astralis showcased a masterclass in strategy and execution on Ancient, ending the bout with a 13-5 scoreline.

 Astralis' triumph was a team effort, with 'Staehr' stepping up as the match MVP, boasting an impressive 22 kills, 11 deaths, and a 9.0 rating, highlighting his critical role in the team's success. The full Astralis roster delivered a robust performance:

• Staehr (MVP): 22 kills, 11 deaths, 6 assists - ADR: 141, Rating: 9.0
• blameF: 19 kills, 7 deaths, 4 assists - ADR: 112, Rating: 8.1
• dev1ce: 14 kills, 7 deaths, 2 assists - ADR: 57, Rating: 6.2
• stavn: 10 kills, 12 deaths, 5 assists - ADR: 66, Rating: 5.3
• JABBI: 6 kills, 9 deaths, 7 assists - ADR: 47, Rating: 4.7

Nexus Gaming fought valiantly but couldn't match Astralis' pace, with 'ragga' leading his team with a 6.4 rating. As the RMR B progresses, the stakes continue to rise.

The event will move forward with an intriguing clash between Preasy Esport and Heroic, set for February 19th at 16:15. The PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024: European RMR B, hosted in Bucharest, Romania, from February 19th to 22nd, promises intense competition as teams battle for eight Major slots and three spots in the Decider stage. With this solid start, Astralis has sent a clear message to their rivals.