Virtus.pro Triumphs at Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals
Virtus.pro emerged victorious at the Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals during DreamHack Atlanta, defeating Natus Vincere (NAVI) with a 4-1 score.
Tournament Overview
The competition featured eight teams advancing from the Group Stage into a double-elimination bracket. Early exits included REJECT and DarkZero after losses in the Lower Brackets, followed by Citadel Gaming and ChopperMag, who were eliminated in the Quarterfinals.
Path to the Finals
- NAVI secured a 3-1 victory over 100 Thieves, the Stage 2 Americas champion, in the Lower Bracket Semi-finals.
- Virtus.pro defeated FlyQuest 3-1 in the Upper Bracket Finals, setting up a Grand Finals clash with NAVI.
Performance and Key Matches
Virtus.pro dominated their Group Stage, finishing with a flawless 5-0 record. Their strong performance continued through the Playoffs, establishing them as favourites.
Earlier in the Playoffs, Virtus.pro had already beaten NAVI 2-0 as the Ignite Stage 2 EMEA champion. After progressing through the Lower Bracket, NAVI sought revenge in the Grand Finals but ultimately fell short.
“Virtus.pro proved to be the stronger team in the end.”
The champions took home $320,000 (~£243,480) in prize money for their success.
Author’s Summary
Virtus.pro clearly outmatched NAVI in DreamHack Atlanta’s Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals, showcasing consistent strength from group stages through to the championship victory.