Fnatic Eliminate Sentinels with a 2-1 Victory at VCT Masters Toronto 2025

On June 17, Fnatic secured an impressive 2-1 win over Sentinels in the Lower Bracket Round 2 of the VCT Masters Toronto 2025. The European squad demonstrated resilience and adaptability in a high-stakes match, keeping their tournament hopes alive while sending Sentinels home.

Map 1 – Sunset: Sentinels 13‑9 Fnatic Sentinels started strong on Sunset, building an 8‑4 lead by halftime. Maintaining momentum in the second half, they closed out the map 13‑9 with confident, coordinated play.

Map 2 – Ascent: Fnatic 13‑7 Sentinels Fnatic struck back hard on Ascent, executing an aggressive playstyle led by Alfajer on Chamber. The team jumped out to an 8‑0 lead before halftime and didn’t look back, taking the map 13‑7 through well-organized team efforts under Boaster’s leadership.

Map 3 – Icebox: Fnatic 13‑9 Sentinels The decider was a thriller. Sentinels initially took control, leading 7‑5, but Fnatic turned the tide in the second half. Key sniper shots from Alfajer and calm, precise play-calling from Boaster helped close the map 13‑9 and seal the series win.

Alfajer (Chamber) was undoubtedly the MVP of the series, finishing with a staggering 66 kills across three maps. His impact was especially felt on Ascent and Icebox, where his sniper plays shifted the momentum in Fnatic’s favor.

What’s Next?

With this victory, Fnatic advance further in the lower bracket and are set to face G2 Esports on June 21 in another elimination match.

For Sentinels, their run at VCT Masters Toronto 2025 ends here, as they are now eliminated from the competition.

Tactical Breakdown

• Slow Start, Strong Recovery: Fnatic struggled on Sunset, showing weaknesses in improvisation on newer maps. However, they quickly adapted and executed near-flawless game plans on the remaining maps.
• Game-Changing Moments: The combination of Alfajer’s sharpshooting and Boaster’s in-game leadership proved decisive. Their coordination in retakes and mid-round calls turned the tide in critical rounds.
• Sentinels’ Collapse: After a dominant first map, Sentinels appeared to lose structure. Their defensive setups crumbled under Fnatic’s pressure, and they were unable to regain momentum on Ascent and Icebox.

Conclusion

Fnatic’s win over Sentinels showcased their ability to bounce back under pressure and execute high-level teamplay when it matters most. With Alfajer leading the charge and Boaster guiding the strategy, Fnatic remain a serious contender in the lower bracket. Meanwhile, Sentinels exit the tournament, left to regroup ahead of future events.

Prize Pool of VCT Masters Toronto 2025

• 1st PlacePrize: $350,000
• VCT Points: 7
• Team: TBD
• 2nd PlacePrize: $200,000
• VCT Points: 5
• Team: TBD
• 3rd PlacePrize: $125,000
• VCT Points: 4
• Team: TBD
• 4th PlacePrize: $75,000
• VCT Points: 3
• Team: TBD
• 5th–6th PlacePrize: $50,000 each
• VCT Points: 2
• Teams: Gen.G Esports, Sentinels
• 7th–8th PlacePrize: $35,000 each
• VCT Points: –
• Teams: XLG, Rex Regun Qeon
• 9th–10th PlacePrize: $25,000 each
• VCT Points: –
• Teams: Bilibili Gaming, Team Liquid
• 11th–12th PlacePrize: $15,000 each
• VCT Points: –
• Teams: MIBR, Team Heretics

VALORANT Champions Tour 2025 Masters Toronto is a tournament organized by Riot Games. The event will feature 12 top teams from various regions, competing for a $1,000,000 USD prize pool. The tournament will take place in Toronto, Canada, at the Enercare Centre.