In an electrifying showdown at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, French esports giants Team Vitality clinched their second Major trophy of the year. Their triumphant run at this season-ending Counter-Strike 2 event saw them overpower FaZe Clan with a 3-1 victory in the Grand Final. Team Vitality’s victory marks a significant milestone as they secure their ninth Tier 1 title in 2025.
FaZe Clan Strikes First
The dramatic best-of-five Grand Final commenced with FaZe Clan taking the lead on their map choice, Nuke. Despite starting on the defensive side, Team Vitality faced a strong offense from the Red Militia, who quickly captured eight attacking rounds. A standout moment was Jakub ‘jcobbb’ Pietruszewski’s decisive control over the A site, which helped FaZe Clan edge ahead. Karrigan’s tactical prowess complemented jcobbb’s efforts, leading to an early series advantage for FaZe Clan with a 13-6 victory.
All Square
Team Vitality retaliated on Dust II, nullifying FaZe Clan’s momentum and securing an early lead. Their tactical play led to a 9-3 score at halftime, driven by Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut’s impressive performance. ZywOo’s four pistol headshots in a single round were instrumental in maintaining Team Vitality’s control, ultimately leveling the series with a dominant 13-3 scoreline. The tactical brilliance continued into Inferno, where Team Vitality dismantled FaZe Clan’s offense and secured a 13-9 win, pulling ahead in the series.
Team Vitality Emerges Victorious
The contest reached its peak on Overpass, a map favoring defensive strategies. Team Vitality excelled offensively, racing to an 11-1 lead with Robin ‘ropz’ Kool and ZywOo forming a formidable duo. Although FaZe Clan opened the second half with a pistol win, Team Vitality quickly regained their 10-round advantage. With relentless aggression, they sealed the series after a commanding 13-2 victory on Overpass. Team Vitality’s triumph in Budapest not only reinforces their dominance in the Counter-Strike 2 scene but also adds another prestigious title to their 2025 achievements.