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G2 Esports have claimed their first trophy of 2025 after outlasting Team Vitality in a nail-biting Grand Final at the OVO Arena Wembley. The 3-2 victory in front of a packed London crowd crowned G2 as BLAST Open London champions, marking the team’s first title under new in-game leader Nemanja “huNter-” Kovač.

The win caps off an incredible weekend for G2, who had already dispatched FaZe and FURIA before taking down Vitality in a rollercoaster best-of-five. For Vitality, it’s another crushing blow, as they continue their hunt for a title four events into the season. Their last top-tier win dates back to June at the BLAST Austin Major.

How the Grand Final Played Out

The series kicked off on Dust2, Vitality’s pick, but it was G2 who set the tone. They raced ahead with a dominant 10-2 lead in the first half, with every player hitting double digits. Not even Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut’s stunning ace clutch could spark a turnaround. G2 sealed the opener 13-3, with MATYS and HeavyGod cleaning up in style.

Vitality responded on Mirage, where ZywOo unleashed one of the most jaw-dropping performances of the year. He finished the map with a 30-6 K/D, including a flawless T-side run and his second ace of the series. Vitality tied things up 1-1 with a convincing 13-6.

On Overpass, Vitality carried their momentum forward. A tight first half ended 6-6, but Robin “ropz” Kool and Shahar “flameZ” Shushan helped fuel a dominant CT side. G2 barely scraped an eco round as Vitality pulled ahead 2-1 in the series.

Inferno became the turning point. Despite Vitality starting strong, G2 refused to fold. Mario “malbsMd” Samayoa and Matúš “MATYS” Šimko came alive late, dragging the match into overtime. Against the odds, G2 rallied to take Inferno 16-12, forcing a decider.

That left Train, where the least experienced players on G2’s roster, MATYS and Nikita “HeavyGod” Martynenko, stole the spotlight. HeavyGod’s Dual Berettas ace and a clutch 1v2 silenced Vitality’s early hopes, while MATYS racked up multi-kills to keep the momentum rolling. G2 closed the map 13-6, sending Wembley Arena into raptures.

Standout Performances

While ZywOo was undeniably the star for Vitality, posting 87 kills and two aces across the series, G2’s strength came from balance. MATYS finished with a 1.21 rating, HeavyGod added clutch after clutch, and malbsMd delivered when it mattered most.

After the match, HeavyGod summed up G2’s approach, saying the roster “doesn’t need an insane superstar” because they know how to act as a unit. That teamwork carried them all the way to the trophy.

What This Means

For G2, this win is massive. Not only do they take home $150,000 NZD (~£110,933), but they also climb up the VRS global rankings to fifth. It’s a statement victory that puts them firmly in the mix ahead of the Budapest Major later this year.

For Vitality, it’s back to the drawing board. Despite ZywOo’s brilliance, the team once again fell short when it mattered most. With Team Spirit currently topping the global rankings, Vitality will need to regroup fast if they want to reclaim their spot at the top.

The BLAST season continues in November with BLAST Rivals Fall in Hong Kong, where the world’s best will clash again. If this Grand Final was anything to go by, fans are in for another wild ride.