The ESL Challenger series tournament will take place in Melbourne for the third time

ESL has announced the upcoming Spring stage of the ESL Challenger series for CS2 in Melbourne, Australia. The event is scheduled to take place from April 26 to 28, promising thrilling battles and a high level of competition.

#ESLChallenger is returning to MELBOURNE! 🇦🇺

From April 26th until April 28th some of the best teams in the world will fight it out down-under for a spot at #ESLProLeague Season 20! pic.twitter.com/fm54qj0P1B

— ESL Counter-Strike (@ESLCS) February 12, 2024

Organizers have set the tournament’s prize pool at $100,000, making it one of the most significant tournaments in the current season. In addition to the financial incentive, the winner will also receive a valuable invitation to participate in ESL Pro League Season 20, providing an additional motivator for teams vying for the title of the best.

This is not Melbourne‘s first collaboration with ESL Challenger. The city successfully hosted similar tournaments in 2022 and 2023, solidifying its reputation as an ideal location for high-profile esports competitions.