Overview of Valorant EWC 2026
The group stage of the Valorant Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 has come to a close, revealing the outcomes of Groups A and B. The competition, held from July 2 to July 12, featured intense matchups where two representatives from the VCT Pacific, Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ) and Paper Rex (PRX), found themselves eliminated earlier than expected.
Elimination of RRQ and Paper Rex
RRQ faced a tough challenge in the elimination round, ultimately falling to EDward Gaming. The Chinese team showcased a commanding performance, winning Ascent with a score of 13-5 and Breeze with 13-11, sealing a 2-0 victory. This defeat marked the end of RRQ's journey in the tournament, a disappointment for their fans.
Similarly, Paper Rex was unable to advance, losing 1-2 against Karmine Corp in their elimination match. PRX started strong by winning the first map, Sunset, 13-11. However, Karmine Corp rebounded effectively, taking the next two maps, Fracture 13-9 and Lotus 13-7, ultimately securing the match.
100 Thieves and Team Vitality Shine
On a brighter note, 100 Thieves and Team Vitality successfully secured their spots in the playoffs. 100 Thieves triumphed over BBL Esports in a thrilling upper bracket match, winning 2-1. The match saw a fierce competition across three maps, with 100 Thieves edging out in Lotus 14-12, although BBL responded strongly on Split with a decisive 13-3 win. The final map, Haven, concluded with 100 Thieves claiming victory 13-9.
Meanwhile, Team Vitality also confirmed their playoff position by defeating NRG 2-1. Vitality won the first map, Ascent, in a close match that ended 16-14. NRG leveled the series with a solid 13-8 performance on Lotus, but Vitality regained control on Breeze, winning 13-10.
Future Prospects for Teams
As the tournament progresses, both BBL Esports and NRG still have opportunities to qualify through upcoming decisive matches. The elimination of RRQ and Paper Rex has been a significant blow for the VCT Pacific region, losing two contenders early on. As the competition heats up, the stakes are high with 16 of the world’s best teams vying for a total prize pool of $2 million and valuable points for the Esports World Cup Club Championship standings.
In conclusion, the Valorant EWC 2026 continues to deliver thrilling matches and intense competition, setting the stage for an exciting playoff round ahead.
Source: https://www.esports.id/read/valorant-ewc-2026-rrq-dan-paper-rex-tersingkir-100-thieves-dan-vitality-melaju-ke-playoff-18932
