Following the conclusion of the Kickoff tournaments across all four regions (Americas, EMEA, Pacific, and China), Riot Games conducted the group draw for VCT Stage 1 2026 in VALORANT. In each region, teams have been divided into two groups.
In this region, Group Omega stands out as particularly stacked with strong contenders.
Group Alpha:
Group Omega:
In the Americas region, the balance of power appears fairly even. Group Omega features two participants of VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026 — FURIA and NRG.
Group Alpha:
Group Omega:
Pacific’s Group Alpha looks like a true “group of death,” featuring DRX, Gen.G, Paper Rex, and the ambitious Nongshim RedForce.
Group Alpha:
Group Omega:
In China, the distribution of teams appears fairly balanced.
Group Alpha:
Group Omega:
Stage 1 of VCT 2026 across all International Leagues will begin in April after the conclusion of VALORANT Masters Santiago 2026. The top four teams from each group will advance to the playoffs, while the top three teams from each region will secure slots at VALORANT Masters London 2026.
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