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2026
Jul 29 - Aug 01, 2026
Street Fighter 6 at EWC 26 continues the event's tradition of elite one-on-one competition where skill and knowledge define success on the global stage. The tournament builds on the legacy established by Zeng “Xiao Hai” Zhuojun, who captured the Street Fighter 6 titles in both the inaugural and second years of competition.
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Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
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Mar 27th - Mar 29th
Birmingham, UK
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Street Fighter 6 at ROAD TO EWC 26: DreamHack Birmingham
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About
Street Fighter 6 carries the legacy of the arcade era into modern competition, blending classic characters like Ryu and Chun-Li with newcomers such as A.K.I. and JP. Its fast-paced one-on-one battles emphasize precise movement, aggressive combo routes, and split-second decision-making, with best-of-three matches demanding constant adaptation and sharp reads.
The Street Fighter community is one of the most established in competitive gaming, shaped by decades of rivalries, regional styles, and offline tournament culture. Players from Japan, the Americas, Europe, and beyond converge at global events, where living legends and rising stars clash to define the next chapter of Street Fighter.
News
2026
Esports World Cup opens new international chapter with spectacular Paris ceremony
Esports fans from around the world watched the Esports World Cup officially begin with a star-studded Opening Ceremony at La Seine Musicale in Paris. Headlined by Aya Nakamura, DJ Snake, Theodora, and Mosimann, the celebration marked the start of the first EWC edition outside of Riyadh and kicked off seven weeks of global competition.
2026
Four Must-Watch Players in Week 1 of EWC 26
Every player arrives at the Esports World Cup with something to prove. Some are chasing another championship to cement their legacy, while others are looking to announce themselves on the biggest stage in esports. As Week 1 gets underway, these are the players ready to shape the tournament's opening chapter.
PR
2026
Qiddiya City Brings Its Vision for Esports and Gaming to EWC 2026 in Paris
The partnership with EWC connects fans with Qiddiya City, a future global home for gaming communities, as the world's largest esports event begins its first international edition.
2026
VALORANT at EWC 26 Survival Guide
The group stage is complete, and only eight teams remain. VALORANT at EWC 26 now shifts to the single-elimination playoffs at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, where every match is win-or-go-home in the race for the biggest share of the $2 million prize pool.
