In the Overwatch League, the four teams of the West region have been determined, who will fight for a playoff place in the final of the Countdown Cup tournament next weekend. Hangzhou Spark has already won the tournament in the Eastern region.

Boston Uprising, Florida Mayhem, Washington Justice and Toronto Defiant have qualified for the Playins. Only two teams will advance to the playoffs, which begin on October 30 and will be held locally in Anaheim, California.

First playoffs in three years for London Spitfire

The top six teams in the West region automatically participate in the playoffs. Now it's official: This includes London Spitfire. A three-nil win over New York Excelsior at the weekend capped the team's first playoff qualifier since 2019.

The success was due, among other things, to trust. "We believe in each other. It makes everything a lot easier," James "Backbone" O'Neill explained in an interview after the match.

Hangzhou Spark secures playoff spot

In the Eastern region, the Countdown Cup already ended this weekend. Hangzhou Spark defeated Chengdu Hunters 3-0 in the final. The result was surprising: "Of the eleven victories of the team, two come from the first two tournaments. Now she's finally coming to her senses," summarizes commentator Kevin Walker.

Hangzhou Spark is the last finalist of the Eastern region. Previously, Shanghai Dragons, Seoul Dynasty and Philadelphia Fusion automatically qualified.