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2026
Aug 04 - Aug 15, 2026
R6 Siege at EWC 26 marks the third consecutive year of Rainbow Six at the Esports World Cup, continuing a growing legacy for the tactical shooter on the global stage. Following championship runs by Team BDS in the inaugural year and Team Secret in the second, the world’s top teams return to compete for the title, showcasing the strategic depth that defines Rainbow Six at the highest level.
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Competing Teams
$2,000,000
Prize Pool
BUY TICKETS
Results
Participating Clubs
Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
100%
22/22 Slots Claimed
Jun 8th - Jul 14th
Middle East, North Africa
4 Clubs Qualify
Europe MENA League
completed
Jun 11th - Jul 18th
North America
4 Clubs Qualify
North American League
completed
Jun 13th - Jul 19th
South America
4 Clubs Qualify
South American League
completed
Jun 5th - Jul 19th
China
4 Clubs Qualify
CN League
completed
Jun 18th - Jul 19th
APAC
4 Clubs Qualify
Asia Pacific League
completed
Jun 8th - Jul 14th
Middle East, North Africa
4 Clubs Qualify
Europe MENA League
completed
Jun 11th - Jul 18th
North America
4 Clubs Qualify
North American League
completed
Jun 13th - Jul 19th
South America
4 Clubs Qualify
South American League
completed
Jun 5th - Jul 19th
China
4 Clubs Qualify
CN League
completed
Rulebook
About
Rainbow Six Siege is a tactical first person shooter built around preparation and team coordination. Players choose from a roster of more than 70 operators, each defined by unique weapons, gadgets, and abilities that directly influence how every round is played. Teams alternate between attacking and defending roles, with success relying on map knowledge, communication, and disciplined execution. Its realistic gunplay and fully destructible environments have established Rainbow Six Siege as a defining title in the competitive tactical shooter genre.
Since its release in 2015, Rainbow Six Siege has developed into one of the most established esports ecosystems in the world. A structured global circuit and consistent developer support helped elevate methodical gameplay, where information control is central to victory. Today, the competitive scene features elite teams and veteran players pushing the game to new strategic heights. Rainbow Six Siege’s presence at the Esports World Cup reflects its longevity, competitive integrity, and continued relevance on the global stage.
News
2026
Five Must-Watch Players in Week 5 of EWC 26
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2026
EWC 26 Week 5 Overview
The fifth week of the Esports World Cup 2026 showcases eight competitions.
2026
MSC at EWC 26 Champions: Team Spirit Win First Major Title
The MSC at EWC 26 Grand Final saw history made as Team Spirit outlasted Yangon Galacticos in a back-and-forth 4-3 thriller. With the victory, Team Spirit claimed $1,000,000 in prize money, 1,000 Club Championship points, and secured the EECA region’s first major international title. Congratulations to Team Spirit.
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Street Fighter 6 at EWC 26 Champion: The 15-Year-Old Prodigy
The Grand Final of Street Fighter 6 at the Esports World Cup 2026 saw 15-year-old prodigy Jaime “Craime” Bustos make history at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The victory earns the Chilean prospect $250,000 in prize money and cements him as one of the youngest EWC champions in history. Congratulations to Craime and Team Falcons on their championship victory.
