Starladder Budapest Major: The Crucial Stage 1 Showdown and Its Implications

  • 02-12-2025 |
  • Taylor Jones

The opening phase of the Starladder Budapest Major has reached its conclusion as teams fought hard in the initial round. This update explains how performances have determined which sides continue and which must leave the competition at this point.

In the final hours of Stage 1, three critical matches are underway. The winners of these encounters will earn the right to participate in Stage 2, while the defeated sides will exit the tournament. Out of the 16 competing teams, only half will advance, marking a pivotal moment in the event.

Recent results have confirmed that five teams have secured advancement by achieving three wins during this stage, while another five teams have been eliminated based on their performance. The detailed breakdown is provided below.

Teams progressing to Stage 2:

  • Team 1
  • Team 2
  • Team 3
  • Team 4
  • Team 5

Teams that have been removed from the tournament:

  • Team 6
  • Team 7
  • Team 8
  • Team 9
  • Team 10

The remaining six teams, still in contention and competing today, are organized in the following seeding order:

  • Seed 1
  • Seed 2
  • Seed 3
  • Seed 4
  • Seed 5
  • Seed 6

Among these teams, which one do you anticipate will… secure a spot in Stage 2?