Nexus Gaming pulled off a stunning upset in the CCT Europe 2026 Series #9, defeating Permitta Esports 2-0. The lower-ranked Nexus Gaming dominated both maps, securing a decisive 13-2 victory on Cache followed by a 13-8 win on Ancient. Nexus Gaming's shield was instrumental in the victory, boasting an impressive 1.82 rating and a 39-17 K-D ratio. This unexpected result shakes up the tournament standings and highlights Nexus Gaming's potential as a rising force in CS2.