The RMR tournaments for Counter-Strike 2’s Shanghai Major have kicked off, beginning with the Asia and Americas regions. These qualifiers have already concluded, confirming the first 10 teams to secure spots in this historic event, which marks the first-ever CS2 Major hosted in China.
Asia’s Qualified Teams
Asia was the first region to complete its RMR, where eight teams battled fiercely for three coveted slots in the Shanghai Major.
Top Performers in Asia
- The Mongolz: Hailing from Mongolia, this team is widely regarded as the best in Asia and secured their qualification without much resistance.
- Rare Atom: The sole Chinese team to qualify, Rare Atom carries the hopes of the local fanbase as they prepare to compete on their home soil.
- FlyQuest: Despite an uphill battle through the lower bracket, FlyQuest showcased resilience and clinched their spot by defeating Lynn Vision in a decisive 2-0 match.
Asia’s Qualified Teams Summary
- The Mongolz
- Rare Atom
- FlyQuest
Americas’ Qualified Teams
The Americas RMR proved to be a battleground of mixed results, with teams from North America, Brazil, and Argentina competing for seven available slots.
A Challenging Path for Argentina
Argentina entered the tournament with three strong contenders: 9z, Bestia, and KRÜ. However, all three teams fell short of qualification:
- Bestia: Displayed inconsistency, finishing 3-2 after losing a decisive match against M80.
- 9z: Disappointed fans by squandering three opportunities to secure their qualification, despite starting with two consecutive wins.
Dominance of North American and Brazilian Teams
- Team Liquid and Complexity were standout teams from North America, demonstrating their dominance throughout the tournament.
- Brazil proved to be a powerhouse with MIBR, Pain Gaming, Imperial, and FURIA all securing their spots, highlighting the region’s depth of talent.
- Wildcard Gaming, an underdog, emerged as another North American representative after strong performances.
Americas’ Qualified Teams Summary
- Wildcard
- MIBR
- Team Liquid
- Complexity
- Pain Gaming
- Imperial
- FURIA
European RMR Dates and Expectations
With 10 teams already qualified, the focus now shifts to Europe, where 14 more teams will secure their places through two separate RMR tournaments:
- European RMR A: November 17–20
- European RMR B: November 21–24
These qualifiers are anticipated to bring intense competition as Europe is home to some of the strongest teams in Counter-Strike 2.
Source: Perfect World