Vitality crush NAVI 3–0 to win BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026

The grand final of BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026 delivered a dominant victory for Team Vitality, who closed out the series against Natus Vincere with a convincing 3–0 scoreline. The French squad showcased consistency, control, and high individual performance across all maps, leaving NAVI with little chance to mount a serious challenge. Despite a few comeback attempts, the Ukrainian side couldn’t turn things around, while Vitality confidently secured the championship title.

Map veto:

1. Vitality removed Ancient
2. NAVI removed Overpass
3. Vitality picked Inferno
4. NAVI picked Anubis
5. Vitality picked Dust2
6. NAVI picked Mirage
7. Nuke was left over

Inferno (13:7 Vitality)

The series began on Inferno. From the very first rounds, the intensity and determination to win were evident. Vitality started on the T side, applying heavy pressure, but NAVI responded with key round wins, resulting in a 7:5 halftime lead for Vitality. In the second half, Vitality took full control on the CT side. NAVI managed to secure only two rounds on attack, ultimately falling 7:13.

Anubis (13:10 Vitality)

Vitality once again came out on top on Anubis. In the first half, the French side secured 8 rounds on the T side. After the switch, NAVI managed to disrupt their opponent’s momentum and closed the gap to 10:11. However, Vitality regained control and finished the map 13:10.

Dust2 (13:10 Vitality)

The third and decisive map nearly turned into a comeback for NAVI. Vitality dominated the first half once again, taking 9 rounds on the T side and gaining a strong psychological advantage. After switching sides, Vitality reached match point at 12:4, but NAVI rallied and won six rounds in a row. Unfortunately, it wasn’t enough. Vitality closed out Dust2 13:10, sealing the 3–0 sweep in the grand final.

MVP of the match

The MVP of the grand final was ropz, who finished the match with an ADR of 99.4 and a 1.56 rating.

Final standings:

• 1st place – Vitality ($250,000)
• 2nd place – NAVI ($160,000)
• 3rd–4th place – PARIVISION, Aurora ($115,000)
• 5th–6th place – Falcons, The MongolZ ($75,000)
• 7th–8th place – Spirit, FURIA ($50,000)

Vitality confidently become the champions of BLAST Open Rotterdam 2026, earning $150,000 for the team and an additional $100,000 for the organization. Despite their efforts to take at least one map, NAVI finish in 2nd place, earning $60,000 for the team and $100,000 for the organization. The tournament took place from March 18 to March 29, featuring 16 teams competing for the title and a total prize pool of $1,100,000.