The Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Shanghai Major, hosted by Perfect World in partnership with Valve, concluded with Team Spirit defeating FaZe Clan in a thrilling 2-1 grand final on December 15. This victory earned Team Spirit the championship title and a $500,000 share of the $1.25 million prize pool.

Donk has cemented his place as the best player of 2024 by leading Team Spirit to their first Major championship.

The concluding quarter-final of the 2024 Perfect World Shanghai Major seemed like a one-sided affair after a disastrous start for FaZe Clan on Nuke, but turned into an unforgettable comeback, culminating in a decisive victory on Anubis.

The MongolZ entered the quarterfinals as dark horses for a potential championship run, whilst carrying the pride of Asia with them. MOUZ advance to the semis over The MongolZ! The MongolZ, who had been riding a 13-game winning streak - including a victory over MOUZ in the elimination stage prior to the playoffs - saw their remarkable run come to a heartbreaking conclusion.

FaZe Clan's Cinderella run in the Shanghai Major continues, with only Team Spirit standing in the way of their perfect ending.