The International 2026 Open Qualifier #2 Winners

The second Open Qualifier for The International 2026 has concluded across all five participating regions. Teams from Europe, China, North America, South America, and Southeast Asia fought through another round of intense competition for a chance to advance toward Dota 2’s biggest event of the year.

As with the first qualifier, the number of available Closed Qualifier slots varied by region. Europe awarded four spots through Open Qualifier #2, while China, North America, South America, and Southeast Asia each provided multiple opportunities for teams to continue their TI 2026 journey.

Europe

Europe once again featured one of the deepest and most competitive qualifier brackets. Four teams secured advancement to the European Closed Qualifier through Open Qualifier #2. Team Bald Reborn, IC x Insanity, MODUS, and 4ikibamboni successfully earned their places in the next stage and remain in contention for a spot at The International 2026.

Europe Bracket

China

China awarded three Closed Qualifier berths through Open Qualifier #2. After battling through the bracket, Game Master, Cloud Rising, and Grey Trac secured qualification and will continue competing in the Chinese Closed Qualifier.

China Bracket

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North America

North America offered two Closed Qualifier spots in the second open qualifier. GG Boom and 4 Anchors and Ilmeria emerged as the successful teams, earning the right to advance to the next stage of the qualification process.

North America Bracket

South America

South America awarded two places in the Closed Qualifier through Open Qualifier #2. Estar Backs and x5 Gaming delivered strong performances throughout the event and secured progression to the regional Closed Qualifier.

South America Bracket

Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia provided three Closed Qualifier slots in Open Qualifier #2. Direborn, Mentality Monster, and InterActive Philippines successfully advanced after navigating the competitive SEA bracket.