The second Global Playoffs of the 2025 Trackmania World Tour delivered a weekend full of surprises, upsets, and high-speed drama. From the opening Swiss stage to the final sprint for the World Cup slots, spectators were treated to some of the most intense racing of the season.
BIG Dominate the Swiss Stage
The Playoffs kicked off with a Swiss stage that saw BIG dominate the field. The German organization cruised through with a flawless 5-0 record, securing an early qualification to the playoff bracket. Joining them were BOCA, Team Nemesis, Lioncoast, Puffbros, Pigeon, Jetlag, and WYLDE, rounding out a highly competitive top eight.
Each team brought their best to the track, but BIG’s consistency and precision made them the standout of the first phase, and sending a strong message to the competitors, BIG would be on their best game this week-end.
Bracket Battles and Stunning Upsets
Once the playoff bracket began, chaos ensued. Matches went down to the wire, with results not always showing the true story of the tight matches that were played. The biggest shock came when Team Nemesis went on a remarkable run, first sending BOCA down to the Lower Bracket, and then eliminating them when they played again, after a nail-biting series.
Nemesis reached the Grand Finals, securing not only a spot in the title match but also a guaranteed qualification for the Trackmania World Cup. Their opponent, BIG, fighting for the final World Cup slot, needed a victory to secure their place.
EMEA Sweep the Podium
When the dust settled, the podium featured an all-EMEA line-up, with BIG, Team Nemesis and BOCA taking the top three spots and sharing the €5,000 prize pool. The results highlighted the depth and strength of the EMEA region, which dominated the competition this time around.
The Global Playoffs #2 offered everything we could hope for: tension, surprises and pure racing brilliance. If you missed it, you can find the replay of the Official Livestream on Youtube, and results on Trackmania Esports.
The four qualified teams for the 2025 Trackmania World Cup are now confirmed:
World Cup Map Pack Now Available
With the Playoffs behind us, attention turns to the World Cup, and especially its Map Pack, which is now officially available. The qualified teams can begin their training immediately, while the broader Trackmania community can also enjoy and practice the same set of maps.
Each track in the Map Pack showcases the creativity and style of its author. Here’s what the creators had to say about their designs:
“A familiar feeling hits you as the players race on Nostalgia. Prepare for a track that merges modern competitive driving with a touch of that classic old school style. Still remember how to brake for speed?”
– Clearvision
“Introducing Viperline, a World Cup track crafted to push precision to its limits and designed for close racing. Tight gaps, flowing speed and absolute control will challenge the world’s best. Only razor-sharp accuracy will decide who conquers the serpent’s path.”
– Link
“Iceberg takes bobsleigh blocks to a whole new level. This track blends smooth driving with creative verticality. Expect icy lines, reactor bursts, wooden transitions and a unique flow that rewards consistency and control. A fresh twist on bobsleigh driving.”
– Banano
“Relive one of Trackmania’s best identities on CamelBack! For this one, we decided to match our mapping skills to give the best competitive map featuring classic drifts combined with tricky wood and grass turns. Master the identity which throws you back to TMWT 2023 and claim the trophy!”
– Roquete & sPeq
“Designed around extreme slopes, Waydown demands a unique driving approach that pushes players out of their comfort zone and away from their habits. A test of skill where only the sharpest can thrive !”
– Popouette
We have our competitors, we have our maps, all that remains is to determine the 2025 World Champions, and that will happen on November 1st, in the Dome de Paris, starting at 10:30 AM (CEST) !