Virtus.Pro Ends Support for Women’s Esports Squad
In a significant move within the esports community, the Russian powerhouse Virtus.pro has announced the dissolution of their women’s team, VP.Angels, citing underwhelming results in the ESL Impact League as the primary reason. This decision concludes the team’s 18-month stint under the Virtus.pro umbrella, a journey marked by dedication but plagued by competitive challenges.
Persistent Challenges in ESL Impact League
Throughout their time in the ESL Impact League, VP.Angels consistently struggled to reach the top ranks. Their journey culminated in a 9-10th place finish in Season 5, their best yet, but still short of qualifying for the LAN finals in Dallas, a setback that precipitated their disbandment.
Team Roster: The Faces of VP.Angels
The VP.Angels roster featured a committed group of athletes who represented Virtus.pro across three ESL Impact League seasons:
- Christina “meo” Gnezdilova – A pivotal player known for her strategic play.
- Margarita “Margo” Ilyina – Renowned for her aggressive tactics and sharp shooting skills.
- Anna “ayaka” Trofimova – Often seen leading charges and creating opportunities.
- Alina “amore” Sergacheva – A defensive stalwart, key to the team’s resistance strategies.
- Julia “akiyanora” Semenova – Excelled in support roles, providing crucial backup and utility.
- Demid “dEMA” Bukovsky (Coach) – The tactical brain behind the team, guiding strategy and preparations.
This roster showcased a blend of skills and teamwork, albeit not quite enough to clinch the needed victories in a highly competitive environment.
Despite the current setback, Virtus.pro’s CEO Nikolai Petrossian expressed optimism about the future of women’s esports under their brand. “In the future, we may well return with new women’s rosters, but in the current circumstances, both us and the VP.Angels players need a certain reboot,” explained Petrossian. This comment leaves the door open for future initiatives focused on women’s esports.
Virtus.pro is not alone in reevaluating its commitment to women’s esports. Similar decisions by other leading organizations like G2 Esports, Nigma Galaxy, and GamerLegion reflect a broader industry trend that could influence the future of women’s esports.
The disbandment of VP.Angels underscores the volatile nature of competitive esports, especially within the women’s leagues.
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