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2026
Jul 07 - Jul 19, 2026
Dota 2 at EWC 26 returns to the Esports World Cup for its third year, featuring another elite field of international teams competing for global glory. Gaimin Gladiators took the inaugural Dota 2 title at EWC 2024, and Team Spirit won the championship in 2025 with a dominant run through the bracket.
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Competing Teams
$2,000,000
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Road to EWC 2026 - Qualifiers
100%
24/24 Slots Claimed
Apr 29th - May 3rd
China
1 Club Qualifies
Asian Champions League
completed
May 29th - Jun 7th
Middle East Southwest Asia
1 Club Qualifies
Dota 2 at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier
completed
Apr 29th - May 3rd
China
1 Club Qualifies
Asian Champions League
completed
May 29th - Jun 7th
Middle East Southwest Asia
1 Club Qualifies
Dota 2 at ROAD TO EWC 26: Online Qualifier
completed
About
Dota 2 is a five‑on‑five multiplayer online battle arena where teams choose from 126 heroes across two roles: Core and Support. Each hero has a unique set of abilities that shapes their playstyle, and players work together to push lanes, defeat enemy heroes, and ultimately destroy the opposing team’s Ancient. Teams earn experience and gold to level up and purchase items, gaining powerful advantages that can turn the tide in late-game battles.
Dota 2 has one of the most passionate and competitive esports communities in the world, built on long-standing teams, rivalries, and massive prize pools. At EWC, the top squads face off on a global stage, with strategy, coordination, and individual skill on full display as they compete for championship glory.
News
2026
Co-stream for rewards: The Esports Foundation Creator Program
The Esports Foundation Creator Program gives approved co-streamers the chance to earn rewards, complete missions, and climb leaderboards by sharing the tournament with their communities. Earn incredible rewards, grow your audience, and give back to the community that supports you — all while streaming your favorite games!
2026
Road to EWC: May 2026
May marked a major milestone on the Road to EWC. From the announcement that EWC 2026 will be hosted in Paris, France, to pivotal qualification battles at DreamHack Atlanta and EVO Japan, the competitive picture continued to take shape.
2026
Sign Up for Last Chance Qualifiers!
Registration for the Last Chance Qualifier is now open.
2026
EWC26 Paris Tickets are live
Get ready for the electric atmosphere of esports arenas, to spot your favorite clubs and players, and the chance to gather together with your community: EWC26 Paris will be an unforgettable experience at the
