The biggest event in Valorant esports returns with a record-breaking prize pool and new contenders.
Tournament Overview
The Valorant Champions Tour 2026 is set to be the largest esports event in Valorant history. With a $2.25 million prize pool, 16 teams from four international leagues will compete for the world championship title.
Teams to Watch
- Sentinel — North America regional champions, looking to reclaim their 2023 form
- Fnatic — EMEA powerhouse with a deep map pool
- DRX — Pacific region dominant force with innovative compositions
- EDG — China rising stars, undefeated in their regional league
Format
The tournament features a group stage (August 25-31) followed by a double-elimination playoff bracket (September 2-14). All matches are best-of-three except the grand finals, which is best-of-five.
Predictions
Fnatic and DRX enter as favorites, but Sentinels home crowd advantage could tip the scales. Watch out for EDG — their aggressive playstyle has caught every team off guard this season.