July 16–September 6 · South Korea
Paper Rex defeated Team Secret, while Gen.G Esports triumphed over Global Esports. Gen.G maintained a 4:0 record, securing a direct spot in the playoffs.
On the first day of the fourth week of the group stage of VCT 2026: Americas Stage 2, Evil Geniuses and NRG secured victories over FURIA and ENVY respectively. Both teams won their series with a score of 2-0.
On the third day of the third week of the group stage at VCT 2026: EMEA Stage 2, BBL Esports defeated Gentle Mates with a score of 2:1, while Team Heretics won against GIANTX with a score of 2:0. Gentle Mates and GIANTX concluded the group stage and will continue in the Play-Ins.
EG face FURIA, ENVY play NRG, 100 Thieves meet Cloud9, G2 take on LOUD, and KRÜ face Sentinels. Here is the format and path to Champions Shanghai.