By Sagar V. Mankar Swiss esports organization Team BDS has clinched victory at the Rainbow Six Siege Esports World Cup, defeating Brazilian powerhouse w7m esports in a decisive 3-0 sweep in the grand final.
This win marks Team BDS’s third consecutive victory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with all matches ending in 3-0 results. In previous years, they defeated Team Falcons and M80 at the Gamers8 tournament of 2021 and 2022.
With this victory, Team BDS claimed $750,000 from a $2 million prize pool and earned 1,000 club points.
Team BDS’s roster includes Stéphane “Shaiiko” Lebleu, Loïc “BriD” Chongthep, Théo “LikEfac” Mariano, and recent additions Josh “Yuzus” Pritchard and Fatih “Solotov” Türker.
What Was Team BDS’s Journey in the Tournament?
The Swiss powerhouse dominated the tournament, maintaining an undefeated streak throughout the group stage and beyond. Here’s a breakdown of their journey:
- Group Stage: Placed in Group A, they defeated Team Cruelty and w7m esports in dominant fashion.
- Quarterfinals: Defeated Mighty FaZe Clan 2-1.
- Semifinals: Clean sweep against FURIA, winning 2-0 in a Bo3 match.
- Grand Finals: Clean sweep w7m esports 3-0 in a Bo5 match.
How Did the Grand Finale Unfold?
The Grand Final was a Bo5 series, but the European squad showcased their prowess, sweeping the first three maps to win the game.
Clubhouse: A Strong Start
Team BDS set the tone with a strong 4-2 first half on attack, followed by an impenetrable defense to close out the map.
Consulate: Continued Dominance
Despite being w7m’s map pick, Team BDS maintained control, securing a 7-3 win.
Oregon: A Decisive Conclusion
In a devastating display, Team BDS dominated with a 5-1 attacking half, swiftly closing out the series.
How Was the Prize Pool Distributed?
The $2 million prize pool was spread among top 16 teams as follows:
- 1st Place: $750,000, 1,000 Club Points – Team BDS
- 2nd Place: $350,000, 600 Club Points – w7m esports
- 3rd-4th Place: $160,000, 275 Club Points – Team Liquid, FURIA Esports
- 5th-8th Place: $80,000, 60 Club Points – DarkZero Esports, Bleed Esports, FaZe Clan, Spacestation Gaming
- 9th-12th Place: $40,000 – Team Bliss, Luminosity Gaming, Into The Breach, SCARZ
- 13th-16th Place: $25,000 – Team Cruelty, PSG Talon, Geekay Esports, Wolves Esports
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