BLAST Pro Series sells out for third year in a row - Major brands come to Copenhagen

Major brands come to Copenhagen to show their support when a sold out Royal Arena hosts BLAST Pro Series Copenhagen for the third year in a row.

BLAST Pro Series kicks off tonight with the first two initial group stage matches.

Tomorrow over 12,000 fans will be present in the arena and witness world class live entertainment, when six of the best Counter-Strike teams in the world battle it out live on stage. The winner takes home 125,000 USD.

Leo Matlock, Commercial Director, BLAST Pro Series: 

- The Copenhagen tournament is one of the highlights of the global esports calendar. We are extremely excited to bring to our growing and loyal fans an amazing weekend. Not only do they get to see the best of the best battle it out, they can also try out the same equipment these elite athletes use. It's an unmissable weekend and we are so grateful to all our partners. "

The fans will be able to mix world class viewing, a festival atmosphere and one of the highlights of the Copenhagen calendar.

Across the weekend, every fan can have the opportunity to engage in a variety of different ways.

Elgiganten will be giving fans a chance to have a photo with the BLAST trophy and win tickets at their flagship store in Fields before the tournament, offering unique discounts related to the action on stage during the tournament and unveiling a special activation around Copenhagen as the trophy is lifted.

OMEN have fully equipped the computers and monitors for the players on stage, and are letting fans tryout their equipment in 1v1 competitions around the arena.

Stimorol will give out free gum and run a design centre where fans can create their own fan sign to support their favourite players and teams.

Forsvaret have been running an online gaming profile test for the Danish public.

KPMG are hosting a seminar discussing performance in esports and the workplace.

Saxo Bank have built a top class hospitality area at the arena.

Strafe have partnered with BLAST for the second time to further integrate fan predictions and competitions in their app.

SteelSeries will be offering fans the chance to win amazing prizes around the arena and show off their flick shot.

Profil Optik will be offering eye tests for gamers to ensure maximum protection and advice

Secret Lab have provided high quality chairs for all players.

CULT will be keeping the energy high for fans in the arena with their drinks on offer.

Betway have developed unique content and contributed prizes alongside other partners for the online giveaway for fans

Twitch will continue to offer the best online viewing platform for fans at home.