Team Secret Comes Close to Claiming Aegis at TI11
Team Secret, a prominent esports team in the Dota 2 community, made an impressive run at The International 11. After battling their way through the Last Chance Qualifier, they defied expectations and reached the grand finals. Although they ultimately fell short against Tundra Esports, there are signs that Team Secret is on track to secure the TI12 title.
Puppey’s Curse and Team Secret’s Journey
In a post-TI tweet, Puppey, the founder and captain of Team Secret, mentioned a “curse” that haunted the team since 2016. Following their disappointing performance at TI6, where they finished in last place, Team Secret has steadily improved their results in subsequent years.
- TI7 — Ninth place
- TI8 — Fifth place
- TI9 — Fourth place
- TI10 — Third place
- TI11 — Second place
This trajectory suggests that if the pattern continues, Team Secret’s curse will finally be lifted next year, allowing Puppey to lift the Aegis once more. In doing so, he would join the exclusive club of players who have attended every iteration of TI and won the championship multiple times.
Team Secret’s Consistency and Puppey’s Leadership
Team Secret’s consistent performances have earned them over $9.5 million in prize money over the last five TIs, placing them among the top teams in the esports industry. Puppey, as the founder and captain of the team, has been pivotal in guiding Team Secret to their success. Under his leadership, the team has undergone various changes while maintaining a high level of performance.
Now, the question remains whether Team Secret will make any roster changes as they strive to capture their destiny and overcome their curse at TI12.
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