Between May 16th and May 19th, the Call of Duty League Major III tournament will unfold in Toronto. Over recent weeks, the online qualifiers have been electrifying, culminating in a dramatic final qualifying weekend that left some teams reeling from unexpected losses. As the stage is set for Major III, the standout competitors have emerged, setting the scene for an eagerly anticipated showdown to determine the ultimate winner.
What? 2024 Call of Duty League Major III Tournament
Where? Toronto, Canada
When? May 16-19, 2024
Atlanta FaZe is currently riding a scorching winning streak. They have clinched victory in 11 consecutive matches, notably triumphing in the Major II grand final against OpTic Texas. With no signs of slowing down as Major III looms closer, Atlanta FaZe stands as the undisputed favorite to seize the event and claim the coveted $150,000 top prize.
Atlanta FaZe concluded the qualifying action for the Call of Duty League’s Stage 3 Major with a perfect 7-0 record on Saturday, solidifying their position in the standings. They were the only unbeaten team in the qualifiers, securing a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Surge. Atlanta claimed the Karachi Hardpoint with a score of 250-175, conceded the Invasion Search & Destroy 6-4. They then rebounded with wins in Invasion Control (3-2) and 6 Star Hardpoint (250-148) to close out the series against Seattle.
FaZe are massive -2800 favorites to beat Miami Heretics. They are -125 to be crowned the overall champion of major 3.
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Toronto Ultra
On Sunday, the Toronto Ultra secured the No. 2 seed for the Call of Duty League’s Stage 3 Major by defeating the New York Subliners with a 3-1 score as the qualifying action concluded.
Toronto was among three teams entering the final day of qualifying with a 5-1 record. The other two squads, OpTic Texas and the Los Angeles Thieves, faced off against each other, ensuring only one could improve to 6-1.
OpTic emerged victorious, defeating Los Angeles 3-1. Although both OpTic Texas and the Toronto Ultra finished qualifying at 6-1, Toronto held a one-map advantage in win-loss differential (plus-12 to plus-11), securing the second seed for the Stage 3 Major.
Ultra are -1400 favorites to get past Seattle Surge and +250 to win major 3.
In the final match of qualifying, OpTicTexas and Los Angeles Thieves were deadlocked at 1-1. Then OpTic gained momentum with a 3-2 victory on Invasion Control followed by a commanding 250-86 triumph on Vista Hardpoint.
OpTic were beaten finalists in the Major 2 final so are determined to go one better this time. They are +250 to win.
All 12 Call of Duty League teams competed in seven qualifying matches leading up to the Stage 3 Major, set to begin this Thursday in Toronto. Each team has secured a spot in the double-elimination tournament, with seeding determined by the outcome of the qualifying matches.
During the qualifiers, each win earned teams 10 points, influencing their placement in the tournament bracket.
The Stage 3 Major offers a total prize pool of $375,000. The champion will take home $150,000 along with 100 CDL points. The top eight teams will divide the total prize money.
Notably, Toronto Ultra claimed victory at the Stage 1 Major held in January. Atlanta FaZe emerged triumphant at the Stage 2 Major in March. This sets the stage for intense competition as teams vie for glory and a significant share of the prize pool in the upcoming Stage 3 Major.
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