VCT NA Stage 2 Challengers 1: Schedule, teams, format, results, more

The stage is set for an intense few days filled with Valorant action in the North American scene, as upset-riddled qualifying rounds left us with squads like Sentinels or FaZe Clan out of the main event. 

With just two spots in the upcoming LAN Masters up for grabs, earning a spot to compete in the Challengers Finals as early as possible would let teams focus on preparation without the stress to qualify in the way.

Without further ado, let's check out everything you need to know about VCT Stage 2 Challengers 1 main event.

VCT NA Stage 2 Challengers 1 - Schedule

The event will kick off on 8th April with the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals and will wrap up on the 11th with the Grand Final.

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Here's the full schedule:

• 8th April: Upper Bracket Quarterfinals and Lower Bracket Round 1
• 9th April: Upper Bracket Semifinals, Lower Bracket Round 2
• 10th April: Upper Bracket Final, Lower Bracket Round 3, and Lower Bracket Final
• 11th April: Grand Finals  

VCT NA Stage 2 Challengers 1 - Results

We'll update the bracket as the tournament develops.

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VCT NA Stage 2 Challengers 1 - Prize pool

There's $50,000 in place. This is how it'll be distributed: 

• 1st - $20,000
• 2nd - $10,000
• 3rd - $7,000
• 4th - $5,000
• 5th-6th - $3,000
• 7t-8th - $1,000

The top four qualify for Challengers Finals, meanwhile the bottom four secure a spot for the Challengers 2 main event.

VCT NA Stage 2 Challengers 1 - Where to watch

All the action from North America can be followed on Valorant esports dedicated NA Twitch. 

We have embedded it below for your convience.

Valorant_Esports_NA - Twitch The VALORANT Champions Tour NA is a competitive ecosystem that will enable VALORANT to become the next great, multi-generational esport in North America. Aspiring pros have the opportunity to build their stardom through a year-long circuit of regional and international competitions. Twitch