Date: July 7, 2024
The Riyadh Masters 2024 is here, and it promises to be a thrilling event. This year’s tournament is packed with excitement, featuring top-tier teams and intense competition. Here’s everything you need to know about the event.
Schedule
The Riyadh Masters 2024 runs from July 10 to July 20. The tournament spans ten days of intense Dota 2 action. Matches are scheduled daily, starting at 2 PM local time. There will be multiple games each day, so fans have plenty to watch. The schedule is divided into group stages and playoffs.
The group stage runs from July 10 to July 15. Teams are split into groups and play round-robin matches. The playoffs start on July 16 and continue until July 20, culminating in the grand final.
Results
Results will be updated daily as the tournament progresses. Each match’s outcome will impact the standings and determine who moves on to the playoffs. The official website and social media channels will provide real-time updates on match results.
Teams
This year, 16 of the best Dota 2 teams from around the world are competing. They include:
1. Team Secret
2. OG
3. Evil Geniuses
4. PSG.LGD
5. T1
6. Fnatic
7. Natus Vincere
8. Team Spirit
9. Alliance
10. Virtus.pro
11. Invictus Gaming
12. Vici Gaming
13. Team Liquid
14. Tundra Esports
15. Quincy Crew
16. Beastcoast
These teams have been invited based on their performance in previous tournaments and regional qualifiers.
Format
The tournament format ensures competitive fairness and excitement. The event starts with the group stage. Teams are divided into two groups of eight. Each team plays every other team in their group once. Matches in this stage are best-of-two.
The top four teams from each group advance to the upper bracket of the playoffs. The fifth and sixth place teams move to the lower bracket. The bottom two teams in each group are eliminated.
The playoffs use a double-elimination format. Teams in the upper bracket have a second chance if they lose. Matches in the playoffs are best-of-three, except for the grand final, which is best-of-five. This format ensures that the best team wins the tournament.
Where to Watch
Fans can watch the Riyadh Masters 2024 live on various platforms. The main broadcast will be on Twitch. Multiple streams will cover different matches, providing commentary in various languages.
You can also watch the tournament on YouTube. Official Dota 2 channels will stream the games live. Highlights and replays will be available shortly after each match.
For those who prefer TV, some sports channels will broadcast the event. Check local listings for availability.