VCT 2026: Stage 1 Playoffs
Upcoming · May 6–May 24 · Playoff bracket
Overview
The Stage 1 Playoffs gathers the best teams from Stage 1 group play to compete in a global bracket for Masters invites.
- Bracket: Double-elimination with BO3 matches
- Feature: Upper and lower bracket survival determines Masters slots
- Venues: Mixed online and closed LAN matches
Playoff highlights
May 7 · Upper Bracket
Sentinels 2 – 1 Fnatic
Sentinels advance with a clutch 13-11 win on Bind.
May 12 · Lower Bracket
LOUD 2 – 0 KRÜ Esports
LOUD stays alive with a clean Breeze effort.
Looking forward
The playoff champion secures early Masters qualification, while the runner-up gains key points for Champions placement.