The EMEA Masters Summer 2023 tournament, which commenced at the Sud de France Arena in Perols, France, on August 14, is proving to be a spectacular esports event. Scheduled to run until September 8, this tournament has already made waves, particularly during its Group Stage, thanks to the return of the legendary team, Karmine Corp, and the impressive performance of French teams. Compared to last year’s edition, the tournament has witnessed a remarkable surge in viewership numbers, making it one of the most exciting esports events of the year.
Exciting Matches and Skyrocketing Viewership
The Group Stage of EMEA Masters Summer 2023 followed an intense Play-In stage, where GTZ Esports, Team GO, Anorthosis Esports, and Dsyre joined 12 teams that had already secured their spots. The Group Stage, which concluded on August 24, set the stage for the Quarterfinals of the Knockout Stage. The upcoming matchups include Team GO facing off against SK Gaming Prime, Istanbul Wildcats battling Karmine Corp, BK ROG Esports taking on Movistar Riders, and Macko Esports clashing with GTZ Esports. These matches promise to be a thrilling showdown of skill, strategy, and teamwork.
One of the standout moments of the EMEA Masters Summer 2023 was the Group Stage clash between Karmine Corp and Nativz on Day 3, which drew an impressive peak viewership of 134,000 viewers. Notably, this match, along with four others involving Karmine Corp, claimed the top spots in terms of viewership. The intensity of their competition was such that they had to play a tiebreaker match after ending the regulation pool games with a 3:3 score, determining which team would advance as the second-placed side.
| Match | Peak Viewers | Hours Watched | Average Viewers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karmine Corp vs. Nativz | 134,672 | 210,741 | 46,914 |
| Karmine Corp vs. BIG | 94,460 | 145,748 | 15,962 |
| Karmine Corp vs. Fnatic Rising | 88,142 | 133,154 | 15,361 |
| Nativz vs. BIG | 71,282 | 103,136 | 14,411 |
| Fnatic Rising vs. BIG | 67,442 | 95,482 | 14,247 |
Karmine Corp’s dominance in terms of viewership during this tournament comes as no surprise. After failing to qualify for the previous split, the EMEA Masters Spring 2023, Kamet0’s revamped roster has made a triumphant return and left a significant impact. As a testament to their popularity, this event has recorded an astounding 2 million hours watched and an average of 44,000 viewers, all over 45 hours of airtime.
While these figures represent a slight decrease compared to the previous year’s competition, it’s important to note that the 2022 Play-In stage featured popular teams like Vitality.Bee and SK Gaming Prime. Additionally, the Group Stage boasted highly-followed teams such as Team Heretics and Team BDS, which naturally attracted a larger viewer base.
The resurgence of Karmine Corp and the presence of another French contender, Team GO, in the Knockout Stage have significantly boosted French viewership. Compared to the European Masters Summer 2022, French viewership has witnessed a remarkable increase of 146.4%. This surge in viewership can be attributed to Kamet0’s dedicated coverage of his team’s matches on his popular channel, which brought millions of fans along for the ride.
As the tournament progresses to the Knockout Stage, the excitement is only set to intensify. Esports Charts, a leading source for esports viewership data, will provide comprehensive coverage of all viewership-related news for this League of Legends event. The burning question on everyone’s mind is whether Karmine Corp can capitalize on their massive home support and achieve something extraordinary, continuing their streak of winning one continental split every year since 2021.
Сonclusion
EMEA Masters Summer 2023 has emerged as a thrilling spectacle in the world of esports. With its high-stakes matches, record-breaking viewership, and the resurgence of Karmine Corp, it’s an event that will be remembered for years to come. As the tournament progresses, fans and esports enthusiasts alike eagerly anticipate the outcome of this spectacular showdown of talent and determination on the Summoner’s Rift.
