3DMAX Sweep FUT to Secure BLAST Bounty Season 2 LAN Finals Spot in Malta
3DMAX Sweep FUT to Secure BLAST Bounty Season 2 LAN Finals Spot in Malta
3DMAX booked their place at the BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 2 LAN Finals after defeating FUT 2-0 in the online qualification stage on Sunday. The French squad prevailed on Dust2 and Ancient to claim one of the coveted tickets to Malta, where the tournament's final eight teams will compete for the title beginning on July 30.
While new signing Jeremy "Kursy" Gast had been the headline performer in 3DMAX's opening Bounty series, it was Kévin "misutaaa" Rabier who stole the spotlight against FUT. The experienced rifler delivered a series-leading 1.37 rating and consistently won key duels as 3DMAX closed out both maps without allowing a decider.
Quick Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 2 |
| Match | 3DMAX vs FUT |
| Result | 3DMAX 2-0 FUT |
| Maps | Dust2 (13-11), Ancient (13-9) |
| Winner | 3DMAX |
| Standout Player | misutaaa (1.37 rating, 45 kills) |
| Main Storyline | 3DMAX qualified for the Malta LAN Finals after a composed two-map victory. |
What Happened?
The best-of-three was competitive early but gradually tilted in 3DMAX's favor as the French side capitalized on stronger mid-round decision-making and cleaner late-round executions.
Dust2 remained close throughout. Neither team managed to establish a significant lead, but 3DMAX converted several crucial rifle rounds late in regulation to edge the opener 13-11. FUT's Džiugas "dziugss" Steponavičius produced several impactful rounds, yet the team's offense struggled to consistently break through 3DMAX's defensive setups.
Ancient followed a similar script during the opening half before 3DMAX tightened their CT side after the break. Strong anchoring from misutaaa and reliable AWP support from Bryan "Maka" Canda prevented FUT from building momentum, allowing 3DMAX to close the map 13-9 and secure qualification without needing the remaining decider.
Why This Matters
Qualification represents another encouraging step for 3DMAX following the arrival of Kursy, who joined the roster shortly before BLAST Bounty Season 2. Although the newcomer had a quieter individual series against FUT, the team demonstrated improved depth, with multiple players capable of carrying the fragging load.
For FUT, the defeat ends their BLAST Bounty campaign before the LAN stage. Despite flashes from dziugss and in-game leader Krabeni, the European squad was unable to convert competitive halves into map victories and will now shift its attention toward the upcoming Esports World Cup and the remainder of the summer calendar.
Head-to-Head Context
This wasn't the first meeting between the two sides in 2026.
Earlier this year, 3DMAX defeated FUT 2-1 during IEM Kraków Stage 1, recovering after dropping Ancient before winning Anubis and Dust2 to advance. Their latest BLAST Bounty victory extends 3DMAX's recent edge in the matchup, although both series came under different competitive circumstances and with evolving lineups.
Map Breakdown
Dust2 — 3DMAX win 13-11
Dust2 was decided by small margins. The teams traded rounds for most of the map before 3DMAX found cleaner mid-round openings in the closing stages. misutaaa's rifle impact and Maka's AWPing helped secure the narrow opener.
Ancient — 3DMAX win 13-9
Ancient remained level through much of the first half, but 3DMAX produced the stronger defensive finish. Better economy management and disciplined site holds prevented FUT from finding the multi-round streaks they needed to force a third map.
Key Players
Kévin "misutaaa" Rabier (3DMAX)
The former Vitality player delivered his strongest performance of the series, finishing with 45 kills, more than 90 ADR, and a 1.37 rating. His consistency across both maps made him the clear difference-maker.
Bryan "Maka" Canda (3DMAX)
Maka complemented misutaaa perfectly, posting a 1.28 rating while providing reliable AWP control and several important opening picks that disrupted FUT's executes.
Jeremy "Kursy" Gast (3DMAX)
Although his individual numbers dipped compared to his debut in the tournament, Kursy remained effective within 3DMAX's structure and contributed to the team's overall stability following his recent arrival.
Džiugas "dziugss" Steponavičius (FUT)
Despite the loss, dziugss was FUT's standout performer with a 1.35 rating, repeatedly keeping his side competitive through impactful rifle rounds.
Interesting Facts and Context
- 3DMAX secured their second BLAST Bounty victory of the event to qualify for the eight-team LAN Finals in Malta.
- The Malta Finals begin on July 30, featuring the remaining qualified teams from the online stage.
- Kursy's signing marked 3DMAX's latest roster move after the organization replaced Ex3rcice ahead of the tournament.
- misutaaa's performance highlighted the depth of 3DMAX's lineup, proving the team can win even when its newest addition isn't leading the scoreboard.
What Comes Next?
3DMAX will travel to Malta for the BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 2 LAN Finals, where they will face significantly tougher opposition in the tournament's final eight.
FUT, meanwhile, exits the competition and will turn its focus toward the Esports World Cup 2026 and other major events later this summer.
FAQ
Who won 3DMAX vs FUT?
3DMAX won the series 2-0.
What was the final score?
3DMAX defeated FUT on Dust2 (13-11) and Ancient (13-9).
Who was the best player?
misutaaa led the server with a 1.37 rating and 45 kills.
Which event was the match played in?
The match was part of the online stage of BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 2.
Have 3DMAX and FUT played before?
Yes. 3DMAX also defeated FUT 2-1 during IEM Kraków Stage 1 earlier in 2026.
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