Team Yandex, spearheaded by its experienced captain Alexey “Solo” Berezin, is navigating the high-pressure environment of the Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament. As the teams geared up for the final, potentially make-or-break, day of the group stage, Solo offered a glimpse into the team`s activities and his own condition.
Providing an update on July 10th, Solo confirmed the team was engaged in practice matches, a standard procedure before a crucial series. He also shared a personal detail, stating he “felt a little sick,” a minor setback he was addressing. He mentioned taking medication and noted that despite feeling slightly unwell, “overall, the day went normally. We were preparing for Tundra.” It appears even seasoned veterans aren`t immune to catching a bug, though the timing, right before a critical tournament day, adds a touch of that familiar competitive drama.
The immediate focus for Team Yandex is their upcoming match against Tundra Esports, scheduled for July 11th. This fixture in Group C is paramount for their aspirations to advance further in the competition. Team Yandex`s path through the group stage has seen varied outcomes, including a loss to Aurora Gaming followed by a significant win against Virtus.pro.
Riyadh Masters 2025 itself is a prominent event within the Esports World Cup 2025 series. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the tournament spans from July 8th to 19th and features a substantial $3 million prize pool, with the winning team claiming $1 million.
Heading into the decisive final group stage matches, Team Yandex faces the dual challenge of securing a vital win against Tundra and potentially overcoming their captain`s minor health issue. Their performance on this pivotal day will determine their fate in one of the most anticipated Dota 2 tournaments of the year.
Jasper Hawthorne