In an epic battle of titans, Sentinels emerged victorious over Gen.G Esports. They claimed the coveted VCT Masters Madrid 2024 championship title.
The grand final ended up being a best-of-five series which held viewers breathless till the end. Both teams displayed immense skill and determination.
A Fierce Clash of Titans
The opening map on Breeze went in favor of Gen.G Esports.
They dominated with a scoreline of 13-8. However, Sentinels bounced back strongly on Bind. After an intensely contested match, the game lasted into overtime. The Sentinels came triumphant with a 14-12 triumph, leveling the series.
Gen.G regained the lead by winning Ascent 13-8. Yet, Sentinels refused to back down.
On Split, Zachary “Zekken” Patrone put on a stellar performance. His remarkable 29 kills and 366 ACS propelled Sentinels to a 13-10 win. The series was now tied at 2-2.
The Decisive Showdown
The final map on Icebox would decide the champions. Sentinels started strongly, leading 7-5 after the side swap.
On their attacking side, they were unstoppable. The North American powerhouse secured round after round.
Ultimately, Sentinels emerged victorious on Icebox with a dominant 13-6 scoreline.
A Well-Deserved Victory
VCT Masters Madrid 2024 title went to the Sentinels following a grueling 3-2 series triumph where they scooped $250,000 of the $500,000 prize pool.
Moreover, they earned three VCT points to help them qualify for VALORANT Champions 2024.
The Road to Glory
Both Sentinels and Gen.G Esports entered Masters Madrid as top seeds. They had won their respective regional Kickoff tournaments in the Americas and Pacific regions.
During the group stage, both teams displayed dominance with flawless 2-0 records.
In the playoffs, Gen.G swept aside Paper Rex 2-0 in the upper bracket semifinals. The Sentinels, meanwhile, fought LOUD to a 2-1 victory. Gen.G then took control after beating Sentinels 2-1 at the top of the divisional finals.
Sentinels’ Resilience Shines Through
Dropping to the lower bracket, Sentinels refused to be deterred. They defeated Paper Rex 3-1 to advance to a grand final rematch against Gen.G.
Sentinels overcame the first setback with impressive spirit. In the final series, they outplayed their South Korean opponents.
A Monumental Achievement
Now, the Sentinels are considered among the world’s finest VALORANT teams with their second Masters title following the VCT 2021 Stage 2 Masters in Reykjavik.
Gen.G Esports received an enormous $100,000 prize in second place.
The VALORANT esports community keeps expanding worldwide with fans coming from around the globe.
The VCT Masters Madrid 2024 showcased the amazing talent and rivalry between the leading teams on the scene. The Sentinels’ victory over Gen.G Esports will be remembered as a VALORANT epic moment.
