VALORANT Masters London 2026

Phase 1: The Swiss Stage

Dates: June 6 – June 10, 2026

The tournament kicks off with a high-stakes 8-team Swiss System, featuring the runners-up (2nd and 3rd place finishers) from the International Leagues.

• The Format: All matches are contested in a Best-of-3 (Bo3) series.
• The Stakes: * Top 4 Teams: Secure their spot in the Playoffs.
• Bottom 4 Teams: Their journey ends here as they are eliminated from the competition.

Phase 2: The Playoffs

Dates: June 12 – June 21, 2026

The intensity peaks as the Double-Elimination Bracket begins. This stage brings together the world’s elite in an 8-team showdown:

• The Contenders: * The 4 surviving teams from the Swiss Stage.
• The 4 regional champions (1st place finishers) from each International League, who receive a direct seed.
• Match Rules:
• Standard Rounds: All matches are Best-of-3 (Bo3).
• The Final Stretch: The Lower Bracket Final and the Grand Final transition to a grueling Best-of-5 (Bo5) format to determine the ultimate champion.