At an event featuring teams like Eternal Fire and Team Falcons—where s1mple made his LAN debut in CS2—SAW rose to the top, clinching the ESL Challenger 2024 title. Facing off against a young B8 roster in the Grand Final, SAW showcased their dominance with a swift and decisive victory.
SAW weep B8 in a dominant fashion
Despite losing their coach BERRY and standout rifler arrozdoce just before the tournament, expectations for SAW’s performance at ESL Challenger Katowice 2024 weren’t high. However, they defied the odds with a resounding win, with roman, story, and ewjerkz stepping up and delivering impressive numbers throughout the CS2 event.
In the Grand Final, SAW’s performance was exceptional, dropping only eight rounds across two maps against B8. It was a one-sided affair, leaving no doubt about their deserving championship status.
B8’s fairytale run cut short
For B8, an international LAN victory was just out of reach. Despite a strong run leading up to the final, the ultimate prize eluded them as SAW brought their momentum to a halt. This young B8 team includes players like npl and headtr1ck, familiar faces from their time with NAVI and NIP.
Even in defeat, B8 has plenty to look forward to. With such a youthful lineup, the potential for growth is huge. The Grand Final at ESL Challenger Katowice 2024 marks the beginning of an exciting journey for them, not the end.
