Virtus.pro Claims $660K PUBG Title at Esports World Cup

Virtus.pro has claimed the championship title at the PUBG: Battlegrounds event of the Esports World Cup, held recently in Paris. The team's victory earned them the grand prize of $660,000. This win also contributed 1,000 Esports World Club points to their tally, elevating them to second place in the overall tournament standings.

Throughout the Grand Finals stage, Virtus.pro amassed 159 total points, finishing a significant 33 points ahead of their closest competitor. The competition featured 24 teams vying for a share of the $2.025 million prize pool. The tournament format included a group stage followed by a Grand Finals where teams competed over multiple days.

Virtus.pro demonstrated strong performance across several matches, notably winning Game 4 and Game 6 on the opening day of the Grand Finals. Their consistent play, including winning Game 12 on Saturday, allowed them to build a substantial lead. Croatia's Nino "NIXZYEE" Mikec was recognized as the tournament's MVP, an honor that included a $25,000 bonus.