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Legacy Make History in Shanghai

Brazilian Counter-Strike fans have something to celebrate once again. Legacy Esports have claimed their first-ever international LAN title after a thrilling five-map victory against French squad 3DMAX at the CS Asia Championships 2025.

The series, packed with drama and momentum swings, ended 3–2 in Legacy’s favour after decisive wins on Train (13–10) and Ancient (13–6). For an organisation still establishing itself on the global stage, this championship marks a monumental milestone.

“This last month we’ve been through a lot as a team,” said captain Lucas “lux” Meneghini in the post-match interview. “We weren’t being a team and being a champion right now is a feeling I couldn’t even imagine. We were three months away from home, and getting this trophy was really worth it.”

The Five-Map Showdown

Nuke – Legacy Start Strong

Legacy came out swinging on 3DMAX’s pick of Nuke, powered by stellar performances from Bruno “latto” Rebelatto and lux. Their dominant CT side left little room for error, taking a clean 13–6 victory and putting pressure on the French roster early.

Dust2 & Inferno – 3DMAX Hit Back

3DMAX, led by Alexandre “bodyy” Pianaro, showed impressive resilience. They took Dust2 13–11 after weathering a mid-game comeback from Legacy, before rolling through Inferno 13–5 behind a relentless proactive CT side. bodyy’s leadership and Bryan “Maka” Canda’s AWPing were key as the French side turned the tide.

Train – Legacy Hold On Through Chaos

Neither team looked comfortable on Train, but Legacy found the grit to pull through. Clutch rounds and a memorable Zeus-and-pistol miracle round swung momentum back their way, securing a tense 13–10 win and forcing a decider.

Ancient – Brazilian Brilliance Seals the Deal

By the time the series reached Ancient, 3DMAX seemed out of gas. latto and Eduardo “dumau” Wolkmer went into overdrive, storming through the French lines with explosive CT aggression. Legacy’s tempo proved too much, closing the map 13–6 and lifting the organisation’s first international trophy.

MVP Contenders and Standout Players

While HLTV hasn’t yet confirmed an official MVP, latto’s dominant showing makes him a clear frontrunner. He posted a +20 K/D differential and a 1.19 rating, with Vinicius “n1ssim” Pereira close behind at 1.26.

On the 3DMAX side, bodyy stood tall despite the loss, finishing with a 1.11 rating and proving once again why his veteran experience is invaluable to the French lineup.

Reactions From the Community

The Counter-Strike community erupted in celebration as Brazilian fans flooded social media with praise and memes.

“Two Brazilian international titles in one year, and maybe even more coming? We’re so back!” wrote one fan. Another added, “Legacy winning before NiP is wild, congrats though!”

Many also credited Bestia’s visa issues earlier in the season for indirectly paving the way for Legacy’s participation in the event, spawning the viral joke: “Thanks Bestia.”

Even former pros chimed in. “I’m happy to watch BR CS being relevant again,” said one fan referencing the glory days of LG and SK Gaming. “This feels like 2017 all over again.”

A New Era for Brazilian CS

Legacy’s triumph isn’t just another trophy. It’s a statement that Brazilian Counter-Strike is once again on the rise, with fresh talent and renewed energy ready to challenge the established elite.

With stars like latto, dumau, and n1ssim leading the charge, and the team’s chemistry finally clicking, Legacy could be the next South American squad to break into the global top ten.

As one HLTV user aptly put it, “Legacy are looking more like MongolZ 2.0. With consistency, they can become a top team.”

What’s Next for Legacy

Following their CS Asia Championships success, Legacy’s sights are now set on the Thunderpick World Championship and upcoming RMR qualifiers. With their confidence soaring and momentum on their side, the team will aim to solidify their place among the world’s best.

Whether this victory marks the start of a true Legacy era or just a flash of brilliance remains to be seen, but one thing’s certain, Brazilian Counter-Strike is back in business.