Moin Khot
Sep, 23.2023
Virtus.pro, the formidable Dota 2 powerhouse hailing from Eastern Europe, has successfully secured US visas for all its players ahead of The International 2023. The announcement, made by team manager Alexander "StrangeR" Solomonov on September 21, 2023, marks a significant milestone for the team and the wider competitive gaming community.
Virtus.pro's Dota 2 The International 2023 Journey
Virtus.pro's visa achievement comes on the heels of their impressive victory in the Eastern European regional qualifiers for The International 2023. Their commanding performance solidified their reputation as a dominant force in the Dota 2 esports scene. The team's roster reads like a who's who of Dota 2 talent, featuring:
Taking to their official Twitter page, Virtus.pro jubilantly announced that the entire team has secured visas. What adds an intriguing twist to their journey is the revelation that they were based in Jakarta, Indonesia. It appears highly likely that the team successfully obtained their US visas from this unexpected location, underlining their commitment to securing their participation in The International.
Notably, Virtus.pro isn't alone in their visa victory. BetBoom and 9pandas, two other Eastern European teams, have also secured their US visas for The International 2023 in Seattle. The esports community can now breathe a collective sigh of relief as these teams overcome the notorious visa hurdles that have plagued international esports events.
Visa-related challenges have long haunted esports teams worldwide, but they have been particularly acute for teams representing countries with complex diplomatic relationships with the United States. Notably, Chinese and Russian teams have faced intricate visa application processes, which, when mishandled, can disrupt a team's performance and hinder their ability to prepare adequately for tournaments.