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adidas and Team Vitality unveil VIT.02, the second version of its limited-edition sneakers

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5 years ago

December 15, 2020

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Team Vitality and adidas continue to elevate its collaboration with the launch of VIT.02 which has been inspired by the manga Dragon Ball Z merging elements from the real and virtual worlds.

With performance at the forefront, the VIT.02 comes complete with adidas’ BOOST technology and unique colour-changing elements.

adidas and leading global esports organisation Team Vitality are excited to unveil the VIT.02, new limited edition sneakers which have been designed from a culture of performance and a longstanding innovative partnership. The new and exclusive “X9000L3” which have been influenced by Dragon Ball Z will see sneakerhead culture collide with the world of esports and manga. The limited-edition VIT.02 shoe is available starting from today.

This new model co-created by adidas and Team Vitality is the outcome of a long-term partnership which started three years ago. The sneakers have been specially designed by Team Vitality esports athletes to fulfil their needs, creativity and aspirations. The X9000 model also draws inspiration from one of the most famous manga in the world, Dragon Ball Z. The sneakers name echoes “Over 9000”, an expression referring to an impressive power or extraordinary ability which is often used throughout the manga series. Channelling it’s Dragon Ball Z influence the new sneakers have been designed to symbolise performance while being both stylish and wearable.

The sneakers are also embedded with the adidas’ revolutionary BOOST technology which provides unrivalled energy return. The design is focused around an elegant black colour and features graphic details mirroring Team Vitality’s branding values and colour themes. The organisation’s slogan “V for Victory” has been placed on the right sole and the signature team icon, a bee, on the left foot sole. The mixture of materials and Team Vitality’s signature yellow colour showcases the sneakers dimensionality. As an ultimate finishing touch, the VIT.02 model’s reflective stripes provide unique colour-changing elements. The sneakers will change colour according to the light conditions, revealing new stylised details, which pay tribute to Team Vitality.

The new sneaker launch is yet another opportunity for adidas and Team Vitality to create an exclusive product reflecting joint inspiration and innovation while embodying core values of both brands’ DNA.

Since the beginning of their partnership in 2017, adidas and Team Vitality have been committed to providing unique experiences and products that not only bridge both the esports and sports sectors but go beyond what is being traditionally done. adidas was the first sports kit supplier to invest in the French esports market. VIT.02 marks the second sneaker iteration from Team Vitality and adidas. Last year the VIT.01 made its official debut becoming the first-ever esports sneaker and went onto sell out worldwide within a week.

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Team Vitality sweeps NAVI 3-0 to win BLAST Rivals Spring 2026

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality won BLAST Rivals Spring 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas, defeating Natus Vincere 3-0 in the Counter-Strike 2 grand final, according to the organisation’s announcement.

BLAST Rivals Spring 2026 featured eight teams and a $350,000 prize pool. Vitality opened with a 2-1 win over FUT Esports, then beat G2 2-1 in the group winner’s match to book a semifinal spot.

In the semifinals, Vitality moved past GamerLegion 2-0 to reach the final, where it completed a clean sweep of NAVI.

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut was named tournament MVP. Vitality also positioned the result as its fifth title of the season and noted it followed its IEM Rio victory and a record of two ESL Grand Slam titles.

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Team Vitality names Blacklyte as new gaming chair partner

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5 days ago

April 30, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality has partnered with Blacklyte as its new gaming chair partner, with a rollout planned across the organisation’s teams and physical locations.

Under the agreement, Blacklyte chairs and desks will be deployed across Team Vitality rosters including CS2, Rocket League, VALORANT, LEC, LFL, Rising Bees, Tekken 8, Teamfight Tactics, and Age of Empires II. The equipment will also be installed at facilities including the club’s Paris headquarters (V.Hive), its locations at the Stade de France, and in Berlin.

The companies said the partnership will include co-design work on a “new generation of chairs and desks” aimed at improving playing environments. A co-branded Blacklyte x Team Vitality product line is scheduled to launch in the second half of 2026.

“We are very happy to collaborate with Blacklyte and welcome them to Team Vitality’s partner family. This partnership comes at a historic time for the club on Counter-Strike, alongside the arrival of new flagship rosters, and more broadly reflects our ambition to keep raising our standards in both performance and innovation. Together, we are building environments that enable our players to fully express their potential at the highest level,” explains Vas Roberts, Co-CEO of Team Vitality.

“Team Vitality is one of the most respected names in global esports, and we are excited to collaborate to create this new era of gaming furniture. We will develop a new gaming ecosystem that empowers Team Vitality athletes to train in setups that enhance their playstyles while being supported and stylish,” says Blacklyte CEO Alex Liu. “Blacklyte products have always been at the forefront of redefining performance equipment in esports, and this partnership is a natural step to continue that mission.”

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Team Vitality partners with Team Havok to expand in Fortnite

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1 week ago

April 27, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality has signed a strategic partnership with French Fortnite esports club Team Havok, expanding its footprint in the title as part of its broader diversification strategy. The announcement was made this weekend.

Under the deal, Team Havok will compete as “Team Havok by Vitality” and wear a co-branded jersey featuring Team Vitality’s logo. Team Vitality said the partnership is designed to combine its performance and organisational support with Team Havok’s Fortnite competitive presence.

Team Havok’s recent results cited by the organisations include winning European Major 2 in 2025, finishing runner-up at the World Championship, and ranking as the second-best European team. The duo Tjino and PabloWingu have qualified for this summer’s Esports World Cup and will compete in Team Vitality’s black and yellow colours.

Team Vitality also positioned the partnership as a fan development play in France via co-streaming, content creation, and influencer-led activations. Team Havok co-founders and streamers ZetFar and WaZz were highlighted for their reach with younger audiences.

The organisation said the tie-up follows prior structural collaborations including PSG Esports and Bigetron Esports, and could expand into Fortnite map development, exclusive merchandising, and influencer marketing. “This partnership with Team Havok reflects our ambition to work with the best in order to continue growing Team Vitality. Their performance, creativity, and ability to engage the French community make them an ideal partner,” said Fabien “Neo” Devide, President and Co-founder of Team Vitality. “We are incredibly proud to join Team Vitality. This collaboration with such a prestigious organisation marks a new milestone in the story we are building with our community,” said Grimz, caster at Team Havok.

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