ESL reveals future of Intel Grand Slam amid Counter-Strike 2’s upcoming release
ESL has revealed the future for one of Counter-Strike’s most prestigious trophies, the Intel Grand Slam, as Counter-Strike 2 gears up for its Summer release this year.
WhenESL Pro League Season 17wrapped up, it was a momentous occasion for Counter-Strike. Not only did FaZe Clan win their first Intel Grand Slam, but it also saw Twistzz crowned as the only two-time Grand Slam winner.
However, questions surrounded ESL regarding the future of CSGO’s most prestigious achievements, asCounter-Strike 2’s releasewas confirmed mid-way into EPL Season 17. Would the Intel Grand Slam IV be the last in CSGO history?
In a press release, ESL answered the burning question and more, outlining the future of the Intel Grand Slam.
The future of the Intel Grand Slam
ESL has announced Intel Grand Slam V will commence with IEM Rio 2023. ESL also revealed its plans for when CS2 eventually releases, confirming any tournament wins across both CSGO and CS2 will count towards a team’s Intel Grand Slam run.
“Once the highly anticipated CS2 is released and implemented into the ESL Pro Tour ecosystem, any eligible event wins in CSGO will count towards the Intel Grand Slam and as such a team can complete their runs with wins in both CSGO and CS2” they announced.
ESL has not revealed any further plans to move the entire circuit to CS2 as of yet, however, it is obviously expected once the game comes out from beta and into its full release.
Rules for Intel Grand Slam V
Here are the rules and requirements for Intel Grand Slam V, which remains largely unchanged:
Previous Intel Grand Slam winners
When FaZe Clan won the Intel Grand Slam IV, it made them the fourth-ever team to do so, with Twistzz being the only player to do it twice, given his previous win with Team Liquid.
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So, here is a list of which other teams have also won the Intel Grand Slam throughout CSGO history:
And that is all there is to know about the ongoing Intel Grand Slam V campaign for the time being. Should any changes arise throughout the year, we’ll be sure to update you here with any further details.
