w7m esports etched their name into Rainbow Six Siege history books by winning the 2024 Six Invitational in epic fashion.
After an incredible lower bracket run, w7m completed their Cinderella story by coming back from a 6-1 deficit to beat FaZe Clan in overtime on the final map claim the world title, and share in the $1 million prize pool.
An All-Brazilian Final for the Ages
The final pitted the two Brazilian juggernauts against each other on the game's biggest stage. Both rosters were filled with Brazilian superstars, guaranteeing a local winner.
This created an electric atmosphere in the arena as fans cheered raucously for their hometown heroes.
w7m and FaZe traded blows in a back-and-forth affair.
After FaZe took map one convincingly, w7m battled back to claim their map pick and tie things up.
FaZe looked poised to take the title as they rushed out to a 6-1 lead on the decisive final map.
But w7m somehow flipped a switch, winning 5 straight to force overtime.
They rode this momentum to victory, capping off an unbelievable comeback.
w7m's Incredible Lower Bracket Run
w7m's championship run is even more impressive considering they came through the lower bracket.
After losing early to underdogs Wolves Esports, w7m had to win 6 straight matches to make the grand final.
They dropped only 2 maps during this stretch, dominating top competition like Oxygen Esports and Spacestation Gaming.
Their lower bracket run is arguably the most dominant in Invitational history.
w7m saved their best for last, earning the right to hoist the hammer on home soil.
The First Six Invitational in Brazil
The 2024 Six Invitational marked the first time Rainbow Six's marquee event came to Brazil.
Record crowds packed Jeunesse Arena in Rio de Janeiro across the 5 day tournament.
Brazilian fans did not disappoint, providing a scintillating atmosphere for every match.
Chants rang out for Brazilian teams and stars like w7m's Cyber and FaZe's Astro.
Based on the incredible fan support, it's likely Brazil will host another Six Invitational soon.
There is clearly plenty of passion for Rainbow Six in the country.