Team Heretics defeated Team Vitality in the grand final of VCT 2026: EMEA Stage 1. The decisive match ended 3:2, with map scores of 10:13 on Breeze, 15:13 on Lotus, 7:13 on Pearl, 13:11 on Split, and 15:13 on Haven.
The top three teams of the tournament were Team Heretics, Vitality, and FUT Esports. All three secured qualification for Masters London 2026. As champions, Team Heretics also earned a slot at the Esports World Cup 2026.
Natus Vincere also participated in the tournament but failed to advance beyond the group stage.
VCT 2026: EMEA Stage 1 took place from April 1 to May 17 at Riot Games Arena in Berlin.
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