In the third-place match at the China Evolution Series Act 2, Trace Esports defeated Wolves Esports with a score of 3:0. The series was played in a Bo5 format and concluded on the maps Ascent (13:11), Haven (13:11), and Pearl (13:9).

The standout player of the match was Zhi Nan "Kai" Lu. He delivered a consistent performance, setting the pace for the entire team. His confident play across all three maps helped Trace Esports maintain the initiative and avoid any mistakes in clutch moments. His contribution was evident not only in the statistics but also in the visual impact on the map — he confidently led and motivated the team.

Main Highlight of the Match
During the Pearl map, Kai from Trace Esports sealed the match with a 4K.

China Evolution Series Act 2 takes place from May 8 to May 12, 2025, in Shanghai at the VCT CN Arena. The main prize is two slots for the Esports World Cup 2025. The tournament includes all partnered teams from the Chinese region that have not yet earned a slot for EWC 2025. The grand final will be held on May 12 at 09:00 UTC.