The 2024 Riyadh Masters will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from July 3 to 21. This prestigious event spans nineteen days, featuring three distinct phases in a LAN setting:
- Play-in Stage: July 4 – 7
- Group Stage: July 10 – 14
- Playoffs: July 16 – 21
Riyadh Masters Prize Pool
Dota 2’s Riyadh Masters at the Esports World Cup boasts a substantial prize pool of $5 million, with an additional $5 million allocated to the qualifiers. This brings the total prize pool to an impressive $10 million. The winner of the Riyadh Masters will take home a hefty $1.5 million.
Breakdown of Prize Pools Across Titles
- Dota 2: $10 million
- PUBG Mobile: $3.8 million
All Qualified Teams
A total of twenty teams will qualify for the Riyadh Masters and participate in the Dota 2 Esports World Cup. Eight teams will secure their spots via ESL Pro Tour (EPT) points, while twelve teams will advance through regional qualifiers. Here are the currently qualified teams:
- Direct Qualifiers via EPT Points:
- BetBoom Team
- Team Falcons
- Xtreme Gaming
- Gaimin Gladiators
- Team Liquid
- Tundra Esports
- OG
- Team Spirit
- Regional Qualifiers:
- Aurora [SEA Qualifier]
- Blacklist International [SEA Qualifier]
- Virtus.pro [EEU Qualifier]
- G2.iG [CN Qualifier]
- Nouns [NA Qualifier]
How Do Teams Qualify for Riyadh Masters?
To qualify for the Riyadh Masters, Dota 2 teams must achieve high placements in EPT events like ESL One Birmingham and DreamLeague Season 23 to accumulate EPT Points. The top eight teams on the EPT Points leaderboard will earn direct invites.
Regional Qualifier Slots Distribution:
- China (CN): 3 slots
- Western Europe (WEU): 2 slots
- Southeast Asia (SEA): 2 slots
- South America (SA): 2 slots
- North America (NA): 1 slot
- Middle East and North Africa (MENA): 1 slot
- Eastern Europe (EEU): 1 slot
Will There Be a Live Audience?
As of now, ESL has not announced details regarding a live audience or ticket sales for the event. However, in previous editions of the Riyadh Masters, fans were able to purchase tickets and watch the games live at the venue. It’s likely we can expect the same for this year’s iteration of the Dota 2 Riyadh Masters @ Esports World Cup.
Key Highlights:
- Dates: July 3 – 21, 2024
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Total Prize Pool: $10 million
- Top Prize: $1.5 million for the winner
- Qualified Teams: 20 teams (8 via EPT Points, 12 via regional qualifiers)
- Phases: Play-in Stage, Group Stage, Playoffs
Important Details for Fans and Participants:
- Play-in Stage: Initial phase where teams compete to secure their spots in the Group Stage.
- Group Stage: Top teams from the Play-in Stage join directly qualified teams to compete for Playoff positions.
- Playoffs: Final phase where the top teams battle it out for the championship title and the grand prize.
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Conclusion
The Riyadh Masters 2024 promises to be a monumental event in the Dota 2 esports calendar. With an impressive prize pool, top-tier teams, and a prestigious venue, this tournament is set to attract global attention.
Fans and aspiring players should stay tuned for updates on live audience opportunities and further announcements from ESL. Mark your calendars for an exciting summer of competitive Dota 2 action in Riyadh!