FURIA have rediscovered their winning touch at the Thunderpick World Championship, advancing to the grand final with renewed confidence. The Brazilian squad's packed tournament calendar has been a topic of debate this season, but at this event they've shown glimpses of their championship-caliber gameplay.
Following their semi-final triumph over Aurora, Yuri Santos reflected on the team's journey and what lies ahead. The victory came in convincing fashion across two maps, though not without challenges. FURIA had previously fallen to Aurora during Pro League, making this rematch particularly satisfying.
The second map on Inferno proved tenser than expected. After establishing strong positions, FURIA stumbled on anti-force rounds and dropped crucial gun rounds, allowing Aurora to claw back into contention. The pivotal moment arrived at 10-10 when Mareks Galinskis made a decisive call to rotate from A to B. Santos capitalized on the setup, baiting in triple stack while Gabriel Toledo provided flash support, swinging momentum decisively in FURIA's favor.
When asked about the grueling tournament schedule with minimal rest periods, Santos emphasized that championship victories make every sacrifice worthwhile. With Toledo's retirement looming at year's end, the stakes feel even higher for this roster.
As defending Thunderpick champions, FURIA now await their grand final opponent. Santos expressed particular interest in facing Falcons, viewing it as an opportunity to prove themselves against elite competition. A victory over teams of that caliber would provide the validation this squad has been seeking throughout their challenging season.
