TWC 2026 Finals – Additional Information
The Final Stage of the Thunderpick World Championship 2026 is set to take place from 12 to 19 October 2026. There is prize money waiting for the winner. Stay tuned for the latest details on match schedules, teams, and results.
Tournament Details
FINAL STAGE OF THE THUNDERPICK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026
Finals 2026: 12 – 19 October 2026
📅Dates: 12 to 19 October 2026
Arrival Day: 12 October 2026
Media Day: 13 October 2026
Group Stage: 14 to 16 October 2026
Playoffs: 17 to 18 October 2026
Departure Day: 19 October 2026
⚡Format:
Group Stage: 2x GSL Groups
4 Teams advance to Group Stage
Playoffs: Single Elimination, 4 Teams (With 3rd Place Decider)
All matches are Best-Of-3 except for Grand Final Best-Of-5
🎮 8 Team Slots:
7 Direct VRS Invites from Global VRS – Start on Rank 1
1 Slot for Winner of TWC 2026 Finals – Global Qualifier
🧑🤝🧑 Team distribution:
8 Teams to Group Stage
📅Invite Date: August 03, 2026
VRS Publication Date: August VRS
Initial Seed VRS: September VRS
Tournament tier: Tier 1 (Main Event)
📍Location: Malta, Europe (LAN Event)
VISA Region: Schengen Area
Travel & Accommodation: TWC will cover T&A up to 7 Pax per Team
🏆Prize-Pool: $1,000,000
🎮 Tournament Operator: GAM3RS_X
Data partner: GRID Esports
Prize Pool Distribution:
| Placement | Total Prize Pool | Club Share (50%) | Player Share (50%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | $500,000 | $250,000 | $250,000 |
| 2nd | $250,000 | $125,000 | $125,000 |
| 3rd | $100,000 | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| 4th | $50,000 | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| 5th | $30,000 | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| 6th | $30,000 | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| 7th | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| 8th | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Total | $1,000,000 | $500,000 | $500,000 |
Further information relevant to the additional information can be found in the official rulebook here.
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