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The Proving Grounds Season 3 is an online Counter‑Strike 2 tournament organized by Exort, with sponsorship support from BetBoom. A total of 24 teams from across Europe are set to compete in this event. The tournament begins on August 10, 2025, and runs through August 22, 2025, starting with a Swiss‑style Group Stage. Only 16 teams will participate in this stage, with every match played as a best‑of‑3 series. After the Swiss rounds, the top 8 teams advance to the Playoffs along with the remaining 8 invited teams that are directly invited to the playoffs stage, while the remaining teams are eliminated based on their records. The Playoffs feature an 8‑team single‑elimination bracket, which includes a mix of qualified and invited teams. All matches in this stage are played as best‑of‑3 series, including the semifinals and grand final, ensuring fair competition and consistency. This tournament serves as an important platform for rising teams to showcase their skills, gain valuable experience, and compete against strong opponents within the region. By combining a Swiss group stage and a high‑stakes playoff bracket, the event creates a competitive environment that rewards both consistency and peak performance.