Breaking Records: TSM win ALGS Championship 2023

In a nail-biting showdown at the 2023 ALGS Championship, Team SoloMid (TSM) defied the odds and emerged as the undisputed champions of Apex Legends.

The Apex Legends community witnessed a gripping tale of resilience and triumph as TSM embarked on an extraordinary journey at the ALGS Championship 2023. The championship, held in Birmingham, UK, featured eight intense games with multiple teams on match point, but it was TSM that ultimately claimed the ALGS Championship trophy along with a staggering $600,000 in prize money.

THE TROPHY LIFT 🏆#TSMWIN pic.twitter.com/3EIfP4W5m2

— TSM (@TSM) September 10, 2023

 

TSM’s rough journey at ALGS 2023 ends with a historic triumph

TSM’s path to glory was far from straightforward, with the team grappling to maintain their dominance during the Group Stage. By the seventh match in the Winners Bracket, TSM’s prospects seemed bleak, as they languished in the 18th position out of 20 teams, having accumulated just 28 points. Their dreams of advancing to the Finals without facing the challenging Losers Bracket Round 2 were teetering on the brink.

However, TSM’s indomitable spirit shone through in their final group-stage match.
With everything on the line, they unleashed their full potential, amassing a staggering 21 points that propelled them to a commendable 5th-place finish. This remarkable turnaround secured their spot in the title contention, setting the stage for a dramatic showdown in the Finals.

As the Finals commenced, TSM faced the daunting challenge of overcoming OpTic Gaming, who had already established themselves as formidable contenders by reaching match point from the third game. TSM, in contrast, found themselves mired near the bottom of the rankings with just 22 points before match six.

With OpTic Gaming and Dreamfire already at Match Points and three other teams in hot pursuit, TSM’s path to victory was fraught with challenges. The first victory for TSM didn’t come until the sixth game, bringing them up to 40 points but still short of the coveted Match Points.

This newfound momentum carried into the seventh match, where TSM’s fortunes changed as they landed in their preferred POI, The Wall. An intense showdown unfolded, with OpTic Gaming and BLVKHVND in prime positions. TSM made a strategic move, claiming the best spot in the zone and securing a win, bringing them to Match Point.

Game 8 Winners: @TSM
The final moments…for a three-piece.

Truly, the best in the world.

Year 3 #ALGS Championship | Match Point Finals pic.twitter.com/lkH7EqXpjP

— Apex Legends Esports (@PlayApexEsports) September 10, 2023

 

Heading into game eight, seven teams were in contention for the championship title. TSM played smart and secured a favorable position in the final zone, ultimately winning the championship after a thrilling encounter with SAF Esports.

TSM and Phillip “ImperialHal” Fügen now hold the crown as the greatest Apex players and teams of all time, winning two out of three LANs and placing second in the other. Yet, with a competitive landscape filled with talented teams, the future of Apex Legends esports promises even more excitement in 2024.

Header: Joe Brady/ ALGS