Before the grand final of the Perfect World Shanghai Major, the organizers decided to surprise the audience. In a show match, set to take place before the tournament's main match between Team Spirit and FaZe, two teams featuring stars from different disciplines, including esports legends and even a Formula 1 racer, will perform.

Perfect World doesn't just fill the time before the grand final — they create a unique event that brings together players from different worlds. From professional gamers to the famous racer Zhou Guanyu, such diversity makes the show match intriguing and spectacular.

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Event Context

The Perfect World Shanghai Major has become one of the most vibrant esports events of the year. The grand final between Spirit and FaZe is highly anticipated, and the show match only heightens the atmosphere. The format of such a match allows not only fans but also participants to relax and showcase their skills in an informal setting.

Team Rosters: Legends and Surprises

The organizers announced the rosters of two teams on Weibo:

Team HAI:

• Yatoro — a Ukrainian player from Team Spirit in Dota 2, currently inactive.
• JACKZ
• Zeus
• pashaBiceps
• s1mple

Team BYE:

• Summer
• ChildKing
• Somebody
• MachineWJQ — a Chinese professional caster.
• Zhou Guanyu — a racer for the Formula 1 Stake Team Kick Sauber.

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Perfect World once again showcases how esports can unite people from different cultures and professional fields. The show match will not only entertain but also serve as an example of a creative approach to event creation, capable of engaging both avid fans and newcomers.