Vitality Triumphs at ESL Grand Slam Season 5
The magnificent performance by Vitality at IEM Melbourne 2025 marked the culmination of their grand journey to the ESL Grand Slam Season 5. In addition to the champion title, the team received an impressive prize pool of $1,125,000 and unique gold bars adorned with ESL Grand Slam symbols. This success makes Vitality the fifth team in Counter-Strike history to conquer the Grand Slam summit.
The ESL Grand Slam is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of esports, and winning it requires exceptional skill, consistency, and tactical brilliance. Vitality showcased all these qualities, becoming the holders of this trophy.
Path to Success
Vitality began their ascent to the Grand Slam with a victory at IEM Cologne 2024. This was followed by confident wins at IEM Katowice 2025 and ESL Pro League Season 21. The final milestone was their success at IEM Melbourne 2025, securing their place in esports history.
Achieving World-Class Status
For Team Vitality , this season was not only a triumph in tournaments but also a confirmation of their status as one of the world's strongest teams. The victory at IEM Melbourne 2025 brought the team $125,000, and by completing the Grand Slam, they added an impressive $1,000,000 and gold bars to their winnings. This award symbolizes not only financial success but also a historic achievement that only a few have accomplished before.
A particularly noteworthy moment was the achievement of player ropz , who became the second in esports history to win a gold bar twice: first with FaZe in Intel Grand Slam Season 4, and now with Vitality . Before him, only Twistzz had achieved this, conquering the Grand Slam with Liquid in Season 2 and with FaZe in Season 4.
Following this victory, Team Vitality released a special line of merchandise dedicated to their Grand Slam conquest. The collection includes five unique designs, each reflecting the individuality of one of the players.
Vitality 's victory is not just a sporting success but also a significant event for the entire esports industry. It demonstrates that hard work, Team Spirit , and strategy can lead to legendary achievements. This triumph will inspire a new generation of players, and the name Vitality will forever remain in history as an example of outstanding skill.
