VCT Stage 1 2026: EMEA and Pacific Grand Finals — May 17 Live
The first major VCT 2026 finals are happening tomorrow, May 17: the EMEA and Pacific regions will crown their Stage 1 champions. Winners will earn top Circuit Points and position themselves ahead of the Masters international event.
VCT Stage 1 Grand Finals — May 17. Two regions, one champion each. Masters qualification on the line.
Grand Finals Day — May 17
Both EMEA and Pacific completed their playoff brackets to set up grand finals on May 17, 2026. Each region features 12 teams competing through a double-elimination playoff format, with the grand final played as Best of 5.
Streams will be live on official VALORANT Esports Twitch and YouTube channels.
VCT Americas: Running Through May 25
The Americas region is still in playoffs, running from May 14 to May 25. With EMEA and Pacific wrapping up first, their results will be analyzed closely as teams across all three regions prepare for the Masters international event.
What's at Stake
Stage 1 is the first major VCT championship of the 2026 season. Winners take home the highest Circuit Points allocation, directly impacting Masters qualification. Regional pride and international seeding are both on the line.
Where to Watch
All matches will be streamed on official VALORANT Esports channels. Check the VALORANT Esports website for exact match times in your region.