Battling has officially begun in Global Challenge Winter for Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Participating Trainers have until February 28, 2021, at 3:59 p.m. PST to battle in this Online Competition. Trainers who participate in at least one Global Challenge Winter battle will earn a participation gift of 50 Battle Points.
Once the Online Competition has ended, you can view your rankings by following these steps:
Launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
Open the X menu.
Select VS.
Select Battle Stadium.
Select Online Competitions.
Select Search Official Competitions.
To receive your participation gift after Global Challenge Winter is over, follow these steps:
Launch your Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield game.
Open the X menu.
Select Mystery Gift.
Select Get a Mystery Gift.
Select Get Battle Stadium Rewards.
Good luck, Trainers!