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2026
Aug 11 - Aug 14, 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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$2,000,000
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Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
5%
1/22 Slots Claimed
Jun 8th - Jul 14th
Middle East, North Africa
4 Clubs Qualify
Europe MENA League
upcoming
Jun 11th - Jul 18th
North America
4 Clubs Qualify
North American League
upcoming
Jun 13th - Jul 19th
South America
4 Clubs Qualify
South American League
upcoming
Jun 18th - Jul 19th
APAC
4 Clubs Qualify
Asia Pacific League
upcoming
China
4 Clubs Qualify
CN League
Jun 8th - Jul 14th
Middle East, North Africa
4 Clubs Qualify
Europe MENA League
upcoming
Jun 11th - Jul 18th
North America
4 Clubs Qualify
North American League
upcoming
Jun 13th - Jul 19th
South America
4 Clubs Qualify
South American League
upcoming
Jun 18th - Jul 19th
APAC
4 Clubs Qualify
Asia Pacific League
upcoming
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
Road to EWC: March 2026
March pushed the Road to EWC forward, delivering decisive results across multiple esports titles and confirming key qualifiers for the season ahead. Nongshim RedForce dominated VCT Masters Santiago in VALORANT, T1’s Tseng “ZJZ” Chia-chen and Tsunehiro “Gachikun” Kanamori claimed top honors in FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves and Street Fighter 6 at DreamHack Birmingham, and Trackmania and Call of Duty: Warzone qualifiers gave clubs and players a place to Riyadh.
2026
The Esports Foundation Club Partner Program 2026 is Here
40 of the world’s leading esports clubs are joining the program as partners for the 2026 season. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the esports landscape as clubs continue their qualification journey.
2026
ROAD to EWC: DreamHack Birmingham recap
T1's Tseng "ZJZ" Chia-chen conquered the FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves field and Tsunehiro "gachikun" Kanamori emerged victorious within the Street Fighter 6 competition at DreamHack Birmingham alongside intense Road to EWC qualifiers. Team Vitality's Thomas "Pac" Cole, along with eight other competitors, qualified for Trackmania at EWC 26 while Team Falcons and three other teams qualified for COD: Warzone at EWC 26.
2026
EWC 2026: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
The race for the ultimate crown in esports is heating up. As we look toward the summer of 2026, the Esports World Cup Club Championship is returning with even higher stakes, more refined rules, and a prize pool that redefines what it means to be the world’s best multi-title organization.
