The 2024 Dota 2 season is set to conclude with a major tournament organized by ESL, featuring a $1 million prize pool. ESL One Bangkok will take place from December 9 to 15, 2024, at the Royal Paragon Hall in Bangkok, Thailand.
This event marks the largest Dota 2 tournament ever held in the country and the first event by the ESL FACEIT Group in Thailand.
Key Details of ESL One Bangkok 2024
- Event Dates: December 9-15, 2024
- Location: Royal Paragon Hall, Bangkok, Thailand
- Prize Pool: $1,000,000
- Teams: 12 top Dota 2 teams from around the world
Team Participation and Qualification
The tournament will feature 12 teams:
- Invited Teams: Four teams will be directly invited based on their standings in the ESL Pro Tour leaderboard.
- Regional Qualifiers: The remaining eight teams will secure their spots through regional qualifiers.
Regional Representation:
- Regions Involved: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, China, Southeast Asia, North America, and South America.
- It is expected that two regions will have two representatives, while the others will have one each.
Tournament Structure
- Open Qualifiers: November 11-14, 2024
- Closed Qualifiers: November 15-17, 2024
- Group Stage: December 9-11, 2024 (off-site)
- Playoffs: December 13-15, 2024 (at Royal Paragon Arena)
The group stage will determine the top eight teams that will advance to the playoffs, which will be held in front of a live audience.
Ticket Information
Tickets go on sale on September 5, with prices starting at ฿1685.60 (approximately $49.20 USD). Infield tickets are priced at ฿2633.75 (about $76.88 USD). A “Premium Add-On” package, available for an additional ฿1580.25 ($46.13 USD), includes an event gift bag, premium credentials, and priority access to autograph sessions.
Conclusion
ESL One Bangkok 2024 is set to be a landmark event in the Dota 2 calendar, bringing together top-tier teams from across the globe for a thrilling conclusion to the 2024 season. With a substantial prize pool and a prestigious venue, this tournament is poised to be a highlight of the year for fans and players alike.
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