Natus Vincere are losing VRS ranking positions and watching their chances to qualify for the final major of 2026 slip away. Following a group stage elimination at ESL Pro League Season 24, the team’s major qualification probability dropped to 48% on October 10.

To salvage their ranking points, Natus Vincere registered for the tier-2 tournament HyperX RETAKE S13. Organizers confirmed their entry on October 10, but the move created an immediate scheduling crisis for the roster.

HyperX RETAKE S13 directly overlaps with the PGL Masters Bucharest 2026 playoffs where Natus Vincere are also competing. Reaching the playoff stage at PGL Masters Bucharest 2026 will force the squad to forfeit matches in one of the concurrent events, risking technical defeats and further VRS point losses.