In a thrilling culmination of the 2023 Call of Duty League Championship Weekend, the New York Subliners emerged victorious, sweeping Toronto Ultra with an outstanding performance.
The 2023 Call of Duty League Championship Weekend has left its mark on the esports world, as the New York Subliners claimed their first-ever championship ring by delivering a resounding victory over Toronto Ultra. The culmination of this $2.4 million Modern Warfare event witnessed intense battles and high-stakes matches that will be remembered by fans for years to come.
The Road to Victory
After a week filled with heated battles, close matches, and dramatic game fives, it was the New York Subliners that emerged as the ultimate victors of the 2023 CDL Championship. Despite experiencing a setback against Toronto Ultra earlier in the tournament, the Subliners showcased their resilience and determination in the grand finals, sweeping their opponents with an impressive 5-0 scoreline.
Meanwhile, formidable teams like OpTic and Røkkr were eliminated from contention in the preceding days, making way for the Subliners and Toronto Ultra to vie for the coveted championship title.
Superstar Lineup and MVP Honors
The New York Subliners victory was a testament to the exceptional teamwork and talent that made up their roster. Notably, HyDra, one of the standout players on the team, was awarded the prestigious 2023 CDL MVP award, solidifying his status as a force to be reckoned with in the competitive Call of Duty scene. Additionally, KiSMET, another key player for the Subliners, earned recognition as the Champs MVP, further underscoring the team's collective excellence.
Tournament Placements and Results
The tournament's final placements reflected the intense competition and the outstanding performances of the participating teams:
1st Place: New York Subliners - $1,000,000
2nd Place: Toronto Ultra - $660,000
3rd Place: Atlanta FaZe - $320,000
4th Place: Seattle Surge - $160,000
The remaining top teams also received their share of the prize pool, including OpTic Texas, Boston Breach, LA Thieves, and Minnesota Røkkr.
Recapping the Tournament
Day 1 - Thursday, June 15
Minnesota Røkkr 2-3 New York Subliners
Seattle Surge 1-3 Atlanta FaZe
Boston Breach 1-3 OpTic Texas
LA Thieves 2-3 Toronto Ultra
Day 2 - Friday, June 16
Seattle Surge 3–2 LA Thieves
Boston Breach 3–2 Minnesota Røkkr
Atlanta FaZe 1-3 Toronto Ultra
OpTic Texas 1-3 New York Subliners
Day 3 - Saturday, June 17
Seattle Surge 3-2 OpTic Texas
Boston Breach 1-3 Atlanta FaZe
Winners Final: New York Subliners 0-3 Toronto Ultra
Losers Round 3: Seattle Surge 1-3 Atlanta FaZe
Losers Final: New York Subliners 3-1 Atlanta FaZe
Day 4 - Sunday, June 18
Challengers Finals: OMiT 4-1 Team Notorious
Grand Final: Toronto Ultra 0-5 New York Subliners
The Viewing Experience
Fans around the world were treated to an exhilarating viewing experience, with the Championship Weekend being streamed on the Call of Duty Twitch channel and the CODLeague YouTube channel. Popular figures from the gaming community, including Scump, ZooMaa, Vikkstar, and Aydan, hosted watch parties, enhancing the excitement of the event.
The tournament took place at Las Vegas Thomas & Mack Center, spanning from Thursday, June 15, to Sunday, June 18, with matches commencing at 12 PM PT each day.
The Bracket and Prize Pool Breakdown
The CDL Champs 2023 bracket showcased the progression of teams through the elimination rounds. The structure saw a flip in Round 2 of the Elimination Bracket, where the losers of matches on the upper side moved to the lower side and vice versa.
The total prize pool for the 2023 Championship was an impressive $2,380,000. The distribution of prizes was as follows:
1st Place: $1,000,000
2nd Place: $660,000
3rd Place: $320,000
4th Place: $160,000
5th-6th Place: $80,000
7th-8th Place: $40,000
The Competing Teams
Eight teams had the privilege of competing in the CDL Champs event, while the bottom four teams from the regular season standings had to watch from the sidelines. Here are the participating teams and their full rosters:
Atlanta FaZe: SlasheR, aBeZy, Simp, Cellium (Substitute: Classic)
Boston Breach: Beans, Kremp, Snoopy, Owakening (Substitutes: Nero, Vivid)
LA Thieves: Kenny, Octane, Envoy, Drazah (Substitute: SHANEE)
Minnesota Røkkr: Bance, Cammy, Fame, Attach (Substitute: Afro)
New York Subliners: HyDra, KiSMET, Priestahh, Skyz (Substitute: WarDy)
OpTic Texas: Huke, Shotzzy, Dashy, Ghosty (Substitutes: iLLeY, Scump)
Seattle Surge: Pred, Sib, Accuracy, Mack (Substitute: Gwinn)
Toronto Ultra: Hicksy, Insight, Scrappy, CleanX (Substitute: Joee)
FAQs
A. The CDL Champs 2023 is the Call of Duty League Championship held in 2023. The New York Subliners emerged as the winners by delivering a dominant sweep over Toronto Ultra in the grand finals.
A. Despite facing an earlier defeat against Toronto Ultra, the New York Subliners rebounded in the grand finals with a remarkable 5-0 sweep, showcasing their peak form and determination.
A. HyDra, one of the key players on the New York Subliners, was awarded the overall 2023 CDL MVP. KiSMET, another integral member of the team, received the Champs MVP title, highlighting the exceptional talent within the roster.
