Throughout the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, running from November 30 to December 15, 24 elite CS2 teams competed for a $1.25 million prize pool. The tournament was split between the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center and the SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center for playoffs.

Several top teams faced unexpected challenges. NaVi, despite being favorites, failed to reach playoffs with a 2-3 record, as key players jL and b1t underperformed. Astralis struggled after losing device before the RMR, while Virtus.pro's disappointing run led to Jame's departure as IGL.

The tournament also produced inspiring stories. The MongolZ impressed everyone by achieving a near-perfect run through the Opening and Elimination stages, only dropping one map to Heroic before their playoff exit.

Brazilian teams showed promise, with FURIA coming closest to playoffs and notably being the only team to defeat Spirit while nearly beating finalist FaZe Clan in one of the tournament's most exciting matches.

FaZe Clan's journey was remarkable, transforming from a struggling team to reaching the finals after an impressive victory over Vitality, showcasing vintage performances from rain and ropz.

Team Spirit emerged victorious, led by 17-year-old Donk, who made history as the youngest player to win both a Major and Major MVP award. Despite a rocky start in the European RMR B, Spirit dominated the playoffs with victories over Liquid, MOUZ, and FaZe in the finals.

The tournament's success was amplified by standout performances from Spirit's roster, particularly sh1ro and magixx during crucial playoff moments. The Shanghai Major 2024 has set a high standard for future CS2 competitions, delivering memorable moments and establishing new legends in the game's history.

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