This week, the Global Esports Tour 2024 kicks off with its first event at the Maracanazinho arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
From April 18-20, eight top-tier teams from Europe and South America will compete for a grand prize of $100,000, part of a total $200,000 prize pool. This significant event marks the beginning of a series of tournaments under the Global Esports Tour banner, set to enhance the esports scene in Brazil through 2026.
Tournament Overview
The GET Rio 2024 is particularly notable as it witnesses FURIA, the world-renowned Brazilian team ranked 14th globally, competing without one of its core players, Andrei “arT” Piovezan, for the first time. This tournament serves as a testing ground for their new lineup, including academy player Kayke “kye” Bertolucci. The event promises intense competition and a chance to see how teams adapt to recent roster changes.
Key Teams to Watch
FURIA is under the spotlight as they navigate this tournament without arT, bringing in fresh talent from their academy. How they adjust to these changes will be a key storyline of this event.
Other teams have also made significant changes. Metizport is substituting Nicolas “Plopski” Gonzalez Zamora in place of Linus “nilo” Bergman. OG has introduced Mădălin-Andrei “MoDo” Mirea as their main AWPer, and paiN Gaming is testing new waters with Marcelo “nyezin” Ramos stepping up from the academy.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The GET Rio 2024 features a rigorous competition structure. The tournament begins with high-pressure best-of-one matches in the first two rounds of the upper bracket. As the event progresses, it shifts to a more forgiving best-of-three format, allowing teams more room to strategize and recover from any early setbacks.
GLOBAL ESPORTS TOUR RIO DE JANEIRO 2024 PLAYOFF SCHEDULE
- Thursday, April 18:
- Monte vs. paiN
- Imperial vs. Metizport
- FURIA vs. 9z
- MIBR vs. OG
Organized by the Brazilian Confederation of Games and Esports (CBGE) and supported by national and local partners, GET Rio 2024 is more than just a tournament; it’s a pivotal moment for Brazilian esports.
This event not only showcases the local talent and gaming community but also integrates the Brazilian esports scene more closely with the global competitive landscape.
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