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.
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.
VALORANT Champions Tour 2024: Ascension EMEA Current Results
| Place | Team | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | TBD | $32,374.68 and 2025 EMEA League |
| 2nd | TBD | $21,583.12 |
| 3rd | TBD | $16,187.34 |
| 4th | The Ultimates | $10,791.56 |
| 5th - 6th | DSYRE | $6,474.94 |
| 5th - 6th | Joblife | $6,000 |
| 7th - 8th | GoNext Esports | $4,856.20 |
| 7th - 8th | MOUZ | $4,500 |
| 9th - 10th | Barça eSports | $2,158.31 |
| 9th - 10th | SAW | $2,000 |
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.
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