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The French roster 3DMAX kicked off FISSURE Playground 2 with a bright performance, defeating the tournament\u2019s main favorite \u2014 The MongolZ. The series ended 2\u20131 in favor of 3DMAX (13\u201310 on Inferno, 5\u201313 on Ancient, and 13\u20139 on Nuke) and turned into a true upset of the opening round. For The MongolZ, who arrived at the event as the world\u2019s No.2 team, this loss was a serious blow. For 3DMAX, it was a loud statement of intent \u2014 at least for the playoffs, and possibly even more.<\/p>\n

A victory that reshapes the balance of power<\/h3>\n

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Heading into the tournament, The MongolZ were considered the top favorite \u2014 in the past month they had beaten Aurora, Vitality, and GamerLegion, showcasing consistency and strength. But it was 3DMAX who first halted their momentum, showing not only individual skill but also tactical flexibility. The Frenchmen especially impressed on the decider Nuke, where they withstood the pressure and closed out the series.<\/p>\n

This result immediately changed the group dynamics. While most analysts had expected The MongolZ to cruise to the playoffs, attention has now shifted to 3DMAX, who proved they can beat even the strongest opponents.<\/p>\n

A new captain, a new energy<\/h3>\n

The victory carried special significance for Filip \u201cGraviti\u201d Brankovic, who only recently took over the IGL role. The organization decided to relieve Bryan \u201cMaka\u201d Canda of the captaincy and hand it to the young Serbian player \u2014 a move that is already paying dividends.<\/p>\n

Graviti himself admitted he is trying to build the game around the comfort of his teammates, creating conditions for maximum efficiency:<\/p>\n

I\u2019m confident we are now playing my vision on the T side. I try to make sure everyone feels comfortable and gets their best positions. It\u2019s important to leave space for initiative but at the same time keep control of the key moments. And most importantly \u2014 everyone is listening to me. That feels really nice, and it works, explained the captain after the win.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n

For the 21-year-old, this is his first major event as a leader, but it\u2019s already clear that his approach is charging the team with fresh energy.<\/p>\n

A trophy in China as a springboard<\/h3>\n

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It\u2019s also worth recalling their recent success in China. At Perfect World CS Challenge Series 1 in Shanghai, 3DMAX secured their first trophy with this lineup. The tournament wasn\u2019t easy: issues with practice servers, adapting to new conditions, and constant competition from local teams like TYLOO and Lynn Vision. But the victory brought the team not only confidence but also valuable VRS points, which give them a chance to reach Stage 3 of the Major. Graviti stressed that this title was a turning point:<\/p>\n

We won the tournament in China, and it gave us a lot of confidence. Of course, it wasn\u2019t easy, but that victory became the foundation for why we started so well at FISSURE. And it also gave us VRS points, which are critically important for the future.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n

Motivation for the tournament and looking ahead<\/h3>\n

After the win over The MongolZ, the new IGL didn\u2019t hide his ambitions:<\/p>\n

We beat the best team in the tournament right now, and it gives us extra confidence. But at the same time, we know there are still two more best-of-three series to win to reach the playoffs. And once there, we\u2019ll face even stronger opponents. I\u2019m confident we have the potential to beat anyone.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n

Up next for 3DMAX are matches against Falcons, Aurora, FAZE, and other dangerous opponents. The tournament has gathered an extremely stacked field, and as Graviti noted, \u201cthe level is so high here that any team can beat anyone.\u201d<\/p>\n

3DMAX opened FISSURE Playground 2 with a sensational upset that immediately shifted tournament expectations. Their victory over The MongolZ not only gave them confidence but also proved that the IGL change was the right decision. Right now, this team looks motivated, disciplined, and ready to fight on equal terms with the top contenders.
\nWill Graviti\u2019s new approach be the key to the playoffs and a bigger story? We\u2019ve already seen the first answers \u2014 but the biggest tests still lie ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The French roster 3DMAX kicked off FISSURE Playground 2 with a bright performance, defeating the tournament\u2019s main favorite \u2014 The MongolZ. The series ended 2\u20131 in favor of 3DMAX (13\u201310 on Inferno, 5\u201313 on Ancient, and 13\u20139 on Nuke) and turned into a true upset of the opening round. 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