RLCS 2024 Major 1: Copenhagen – A Comprehensive Overview
The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2024 marks the thirteenth season of this highly competitive esports league. This season introduces a revised format from the previous two seasons, featuring two splits, each comprising three open qualifier events that lead to an international major. Teams accumulate points throughout these events to determine their eligibility for the World Championship.
Major 1 Overview: Copenhagen, Denmark
RLCS 2024 Major 1 took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, at the renowned K.B Hallen Arena. This major event drew immense attention from the Rocket League community and showcased some of the best talent in the world.
Event Details
Location:
K.B Hallen Arena, Copenhagen, Denmark
Dates:
- Swiss Stage: March 28th – 29th, 2024
- Playoffs: March 30th – 31st, 2024
Format:
- Swiss Stage:
16-team Swiss System format, with all matches being best-of-five (Bo5). The top 8 teams advanced to the playoffs. - Playoffs:
Single elimination bracket, with all matches being best-of-seven (Bo7). The playoffs were held during the crowd days, which took place on March 30th and 31st.
Broadcast Talent
A diverse team of talented individuals contributed to the event’s success, covering various roles from hosting to analysis:
- Stage Host:
- United States: Stax (Sean Stackhouse)
- Desk Host:
- United States: WavePunk (Caleb Simmons)
- Reporter:
- Canada: Liefx (Brody Moore)
- Analysts:
- United States: Gibbs (Randy Gibbons), Tbates (Tyler Bates)
- Commentators/Analysts:
- Australia: CJCJ (Cameron Johns)
- England: Cole (Emile Cole), Shogun (Callum Keir), Stumpy (Alex Knight)
- United States: Dazerin (Demar Williams), Herculyse (Elyse Herrera), Jamesbot (James Villar), Stax (Sean Stackhouse)
- Scotland: JohnnyBoi_i (John MacDonald)
- Canada: LemonKiwi (Jennifer Pichette)
- Observers:
- Sweden: ThatGuyCrasher (Robin Engström), Karlsson (Arvid Karlsson)
- Translator:
- Bulgaria: Boyan (Boyan Kaftandjiev)
- Guests:
- United States: Retals (Slater Thomas)
- Canada: SquishyMuffinz (Mariano Arruda)
Prize Pool
The prize pool for RLCS 2024 Major 1 was $255,000 USD, along with RLCS Circuit Ranking Points distributed among the teams as follows:
| Place | Prize Money | RLCS Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | $75,000 | 32 |
| 2nd | $45,000 | 24 |
| 3rd-4th | $27,000 | 18 |
| Participant | – | – |
Winning Teams
- 1st Place: Gentle Mates Alpine
- 2nd Place: G2 Stride
- 3rd-4th Places: Karmine Corp, Team Vitality
Upcoming Events
The RLCS 2024 London Major will be held at the Copper Box Arena from June 20th to 23rd. The competition will be live-streamed on YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
Women in RLCS
The presence of women in RLCS is growing. Jaime “Karma” Bickford made history as the only woman in the Rocket League Championship Series. G2 Luna Rocket League aims to inspire more women to join the professional Rocket League scene, encouraging them to “do what you love to do.”
Conclusion
RLCS 2024 Major 1 in Copenhagen was a remarkable event that highlighted the immense talent and competitive spirit within the Rocket League community. With a thrilling format, significant prize pool, and a diverse array of broadcast talent, this major set the stage for an exciting season ahead. As the RLCS continues to evolve, it opens doors for more players, including women, to make their mark in this dynamic esports arena.
