Vitality eliminated from BLAST Bounty S2 by world No. 31: details of the upset and the end of an era
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24.07.2026 22:44
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2 min read
Team Vitality has sensationally exited the BLAST Bounty Season 2 tournament after losing their match 0:2 to an opponent ranked 31st in the world. This defeat officially ends the French club’s record-breaking streak of 35 consecutive tournament playoff appearances.
Match progress at BLAST Bounty Season 2
The roster led by Mathieu ZywOo Herbaut failed to secure a single map in the matchup against the underdog:
- Anubis (opponent’s pick): 10:13 in favor of the opponent.
- Nuke (Vitality’s pick): 9:13 in favor of the opponent.
- Inferno (decider): Not required.
After losing their own map pick, Vitality concluded their run in the championship, failing to advance to the final stage.
The end of Vitality’s record era
The loss at BLAST Bounty S2 marks the end of a streak that had been ongoing since the spring of 2024:
- 35 consecutive tournaments: Starting with PGL Major Copenhagen 2024 (April 2024), Vitality consistently reached the top 8 of every competition they participated in.
- 15 trophies: During this era, the team managed to secure 15 titles.
The match against the world No. 31 team was the first in two years where Vitality failed to clear the qualifying stage and reach the playoffs.
