The first match of the playoffs stage of VCT 2024: China Kickoff has just concluded. As a result of the encounter, the FunPlus Phoenix team easily overcame their opponents from Dragon Ranger, thereby securing a spot in the tournament grand final.
Both teams had a relatively easy path to the playoffs. Starting the tournament as favorites, the teams lived up to their titles and earned 2 victories each, guaranteeing them a spot in the decisive stage. The popularity of the clash was heightened by the fact that the winner not only advances to the grand final but also secures a spot at the upcoming Masters Madrid, regardless of the club's final standing.
Although the match was supposed to showcase a duel between two favorites, it ended in a "clean" victory for FunPlus Phoenix. The team fought hard to win the opponent's pick Ascent with a score of 13-10. After that, the "Phoenixes" had no trouble taking their pick Breeze with a twofold advantage of 13-6. Thanks to this, the team advanced to the grand final and secured a spot at the upcoming Masters, while Dragon Ranger exits the current tournament in 3rd-4th place.
Remember, VCT 2024: China Kickoff is taking place from February 22 to March 2, 2024. 11 of the strongest partner teams are competing for two invitations to the first Masters of the year, as well as 3 China Points, which are necessary for qualifying for the world championship.
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