VCT Path to Champions updated for Challenger teams: stipends, regional slots, and eligibility

VCT Path to Champions updated for Challenger teams: stipends, regional slots, and eligibility

Riot Games has updated its VCT Path to Champions for 2026, with new avenues of support, regional slot allocation, and eligibility requirements. 

How will these changes be implemented, and what is the potential impact for the Valorant Champions Tour?

Regional Slot Allocation for VCT Path to Champions

VCT’s 2026 circuit includes VCT Masters 1 in Santiago, Chile, Valorant finally coming to the UK for Valorant Masters 2 London, and VCT Champions in Shanghai to end the competitive season. 

In 2026, tier two Challengers teams will have the potential to qualify for VCT Champions.

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