I don't think the format's the issue, more so the lack of spots. This format would've been fine if it weren't only two teams that qualify. It's just criminal that we're in 2024 and have 8 team international events.
The format is definitely an issue. There shouldn't be such a disparity in number of maps shown between teams that have to face off. And yea, them introducing an 8 team international tournament in year 4 is terrible.