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Esports World Cup 2026

EWC26 - Tekken8

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The Tekken 8 tournament is set to return for the third consecutive time at the Electronic Sports World Cup 2026 (EWC26), the tournament that has become the "dream" for every fighting game player thanks to its massive prizes and thrilling atmosphere in Riyadh.

TEKKENAug 4, 2026 – Aug 7, 2026Paris, France🇫🇷 France$1,000,000Esports World Cup Foundation ESL FACEIT Group

Format

First Phase

  • Format: 4 groups of 8 players (GSL Double-Elimination).

  • Matches: First-to-3 (Ft3).

  • Advancement: Top 4 per group advance; others are eliminated.

Second Phase

  • Format: 2 groups of 8 players (GSL Double-Elimination).

  • Matches: First-to-3 (Ft3).

  • Advancement: Top 4 per group advance to Playoffs; others are eliminated.

Third Phase (Playoffs)

  • Format: Single-Elimination bracket.

  • Matches: First-to-5 (Ft5).