OWCS Stage 2 Week 2 Recap: NTMR Extends Lead as EMEA Competition Intensifies

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The second week of the Overwatch Champions Series (OWCS) Stage 2 has wrapped up, showcasing some thrilling matches and shifting dynamics across both North America (NA) and EMEA regions. As we head into Week 3, the competition is heating up with notable comebacks and emerging frontrunners in the race for OWCS dominance.

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EMEA Action: Teams Bounce Back and Stand Out

Week 2 in EMEA featured five intense matches that saw several teams exchanging wins and losses, reshaping the leaderboard. The week kicked off on May 17th with Twisted Minds securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Team Peps, quickly followed by Al Qadsiah’s clean sweep 3-0 win against Frost Tail Esports. Virtus.pro also emerged victorious with a 3-0 against Gen.G, highlighting a competitive balance in the region.

On May 18th, Quick Esports edged out The Ultimates in a nail-biting 3-2 match, while Gen.G redeemed themselves with a decisive 3-0 win over Frost Tail Esports. The standings now reflect a close battle with Al Qadsiah leading undefeated, Virtus.pro close behind, and teams like Gen.G and Twisted Minds clawing their way back from early setbacks.

EMEA Standings After Week 2:

• Al Qadsiah: 3-0 (Maps +6)
• Virtus.pro: 2-0 (Maps +4)
• Twisted Minds: 1-1 (Maps +2)
• Team Peps: 1-1 (Maps 0)
• Quick Esports: 1-1 (Maps 0)
• The Ultimates: 1-2 (Maps 0)
• Gen.G Esports: 1-2 (Maps -3)
• Frost Tail Esports: 0-3 (Maps -9)

This week proved unpredictable, with former frontrunners like The Ultimates and Team Peps struggling to maintain momentum, while teams that stumbled in Stage 2’s opening week found their footing.

North America: NTMR Solidifies Their Lead

In North America, NTMR continued their dominant run with a string of strong performances, extending their lead atop the standings. The week opened with Sakura Esports and Team Liquid both securing flawless 3-0 victories against DhilDucks and Extinction respectively, demonstrating strong early form.

NTMR’s resilience showed through on May 18th, defeating Supernova 3-1 and maintaining an impressive record. Spacestation Gaming also recorded a clean 3-0 win over DhilDucks, while Geekay Esports closed the week with a commanding 3-0 against Sakura Esports.

NA Standings After Week 2:

• NTMR: 3-0 (Maps +7)
• Geekay Esports: 2-0 (Maps +6)
• Team Liquid: 2-0 (Maps +5)
• Extinction: 1-1 (Maps 0)
• Spacestation Gaming: 1-2 (Maps -1)
• Sakura Esports: 1-2 (Maps -3)
• Supernova: 0-2 (Maps -5)
• DhilDucks: 0-3 (Maps -9)

NTMR’s lead is especially noteworthy given the roster changes prior to OWCS, with former NTMR players now representing Geekay Esports. Despite that, NTMR has pulled ahead decisively, making them the team to watch heading into the next stage of competition.

Looking Ahead: Week 3 Matchups to Watch

The intensity continues in Week 3 of OWCS Stage 2, scheduled from May 24th to 25th. EMEA’s opening day features a top-tier clash between Al Qadsiah and Virtus.pro, followed by Gen.G taking on Team Peps. The second day will see Frost Tail Esports challenge Quick Esports, and The Ultimates face off against Twisted Minds to close out the week.

Meanwhile, North America’s spotlight shines on Geekay Esports versus Spacestation Gaming and a showdown between Team Liquid and NTMR on May 24th. On the following day, DhilDucks will take on Supernova, with Extinction battling Sakura Esports to conclude the week’s competition.

Where to Watch

Fans eager to catch all the high-level Overwatch 2 action can tune in to the official Overwatch Esports Twitch and YouTube channels for live coverage of Week 3 matches.

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