Gentle Mates eliminate BetBoom from PGL Masters Bucharest 2025 after a three-map thriller

BetBoom’s run at PGL Masters Bucharest 2025 has come to an end after a tight 1:2 loss to Gentle Mates. The Spanish squad secured the decisive map Nuke (13:11) and advanced to the 2–2 pool, while BetBoom exit the tournament in 12–14th place, earning $9,375.

Ancient (7:13 Gentle Mates)

The series began on Gentle Mates’ pick. The first half was evenly matched and ended 6:6, but the Spaniards dominated after switching sides, reaching map point. BetBoom failed to break through the solid defense of Gentle Mates and lost 7:13.

Mirage (11:13 BetBoom)

The Russian squad struck back on their own pick. The first half of Mirage ended with a slight advantage for BetBoom (7:5). After the side switch, Gentle Mates came close to forcing overtime, but in the 24th round BetBoom managed to win a post-plant situation, closing the map 13:11 without extra rounds.

Nuke (11:13 Gentle Mates)

The decider started under partial control from BetBoom, who built an 8:4 lead by halftime. The second half remained balanced, and it seemed the map could go to overtime. However, with the score tied at 11:11, Gentle Mates won the final two rounds to seal the victory.

MVP of the match

The best player of the series was mopoz, who won the most clutches — four in total. His stats: ADR – 78.5, Swing – 3.99%, and a 1.30 rating.

BetBoom exit the event with a 1–3 record, finishing 12–14th and earning $9,375 for both the team and the organization. Gentle Mates, meanwhile, secure a crucial win and continue their run in the 2–2 pool. PGL Masters Bucharest 2025 takes place from October 26 to November 1, featuring a total prize pool of $625,000, with the champions receiving $200,000 for the team and another $200,000 for the organization.