Team Vitality's star player Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut delivered a stunning performance throughout the group stage, posting a 1.42 HLTV rating — the highest ever recorded at a Major-tier event. Vitality advances to the semifinals.

Sentinels completed a perfect group stage at VCT Americas, going 5-0 with dominant map scores. TenZ credited the team's new coach for the structural improvements that made the run possible.

Lee "Faker" Sang-hyeok will continue with T1 through the 2028 season in what the organization called "the most significant signing in esports history." Terms include equity stake in T1 Entertainment & Sports.