The Counter-Strike 2 Poland Championship is set to be the biggest CS2 tournament in Poland this year, bringing together the best teams and players from across the country. Whether you're a professional player looking to compete or a fan wanting to spectate, this article covers everything you need to know about this exciting event.

Tournament Overview

The CS2 Poland Championship will take place from August 15-20, 2023, at the Spodek Arena in Katowice. This six-day event will feature both professional and amateur divisions, with a combined prize pool of 500,000 PLN, making it the largest CS2 tournament prize pool in Polish history.

The tournament is officially sanctioned by Valve and will serve as a qualifying event for the European Masters later this year, giving Polish teams a chance to compete on the international stage.

Tournament Format

The CS2 Poland Championship will follow a dual-bracket format:

Professional Division

  • Teams: 16 professional teams (8 invited, 8 qualified)
  • Format: Group stage followed by double-elimination playoffs
  • Prize Pool: 350,000 PLN

Amateur Division

  • Teams: 32 amateur teams (all qualified through online qualifiers)
  • Format: Swiss system followed by single-elimination playoffs
  • Prize Pool: 150,000 PLN

Qualification Process

For the Professional Division, eight teams will receive direct invitations based on their performance in previous tournaments and Polish CS2 rankings. The remaining eight slots will be filled through a closed qualifier taking place July 10-12, 2023.

For the Amateur Division, all 32 teams will qualify through a series of four open online qualifiers, with each qualifier providing eight spots. These qualifiers will take place throughout July with the following schedule:

  • 1st Open Qualifier: July 1-2, 2023
  • 2nd Open Qualifier: July 8-9, 2023
  • 3rd Open Qualifier: July 15-16, 2023
  • 4th Open Qualifier: July 22-23, 2023

Registration Information

Registration for the open qualifiers will open on June 15, 2023, on the official CS2 Poland Championship website. Teams must consist of at least three Polish citizens or residents to be eligible to compete.

Official Registration Site

Prize Distribution

The prize distribution for both divisions will be as follows:

Professional Division

  • 1st Place: 150,000 PLN
  • 2nd Place: 75,000 PLN
  • 3rd Place: 50,000 PLN
  • 4th Place: 30,000 PLN
  • 5th-6th Place: 15,000 PLN each
  • 7th-8th Place: 7,500 PLN each

Amateur Division

  • 1st Place: 50,000 PLN
  • 2nd Place: 30,000 PLN
  • 3rd Place: 20,000 PLN
  • 4th Place: 15,000 PLN
  • 5th-8th Place: 5,000 PLN each
  • 9th-16th Place: 2,500 PLN each

Spectator Information

Tickets for the CS2 Poland Championship will go on sale on June 20, 2023. There will be various ticket options available:

  • Day Pass: 80 PLN - Access to all matches on a specific day
  • Weekend Pass: 140 PLN - Access to all matches on Saturday and Sunday
  • Full Event Pass: 350 PLN - Access to all six days of the tournament
  • Premium Pass: 600 PLN - Full event access plus exclusive areas, player meet & greets, and tournament merchandise

All matches will also be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube, with Polish and English commentary available.

SCKIN Club Community Participation

As a proud community partner of the CS2 Poland Championship, SCKIN Club will be hosting several activities during the event:

  • A dedicated SCKIN Club booth where members can meet and hang out
  • Community team formation for those looking to participate in the Amateur Division
  • Viewing parties for those unable to attend in person
  • Post-tournament analysis and recap sessions

If you're interested in joining a SCKIN Club community team for the tournament, please fill out the registration form on our Community page before June 25, 2023.

Looking Forward

The CS2 Poland Championship represents a significant milestone for the Polish Counter-Strike community, especially with the transition to CS2. This tournament will not only showcase the best talent in Poland but also help establish the country's presence in the new era of Counter-Strike.

Whether you're competing, spectating, or following online, this event promises to deliver high-level gameplay and exciting moments. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the tournament dates.

Will you be attending or competing in the CS2 Poland Championship? Let us know in the comments section below!

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