The Ultimates’ journey in the VALORANT Champions Tour 2024: Ascension EMEA has come to an end after their loss to Pacific Esports, crushing their hopes of securing a spot in VCT EMEA this year.

Match Significance

The match between The Ultimates and Pacific Esports was a decisive one for both teams, as the winner would continue competing for a spot in the VCT EMEA franchise league, while the losing team would be eliminated from the tournament. Securing a place in VCT EMEA opens up substantial financial and professional opportunities for both the players and the organization.

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The Ultimates vs. Pacific Esports

The match was played in a best-of-three format, but Pacific Esports needed only two maps to secure the victory. They pulled off an impressive comeback on Haven, recovering from a 4-11 deficit to win 13-11, and then closed out the series on their selected map, winning the match 2-0. Pacific Esports advances to the lower bracket final, while The Ultimates finishes the tournament in 4th place, earning a prize of €10,000.

Conclusion

This tournament marked the end of The Ultimates' pursuit of the franchise league this season, but the team put up a commendable performance. Despite the loss, they gained valuable experience that will aid in their preparation for future competitions, and they remain strong contenders for success in the next season.