Acend have secured a dominant victory over Vandulken in the Esports World Cup 2026: Open Qualifier. The series concluded with a decisive 2-0 scoreline in favor of Acend, who showcased exceptional performance on both maps. Cache fell to Acend with a flawless 13-0 sweep, followed by a commanding 13-2 win on Inferno. Acend's h4rn delivered a standout performance, achieving an impressive 2.42 rating and a remarkable 34-6 kill-death ratio.