OctopusMãos de Aço
Winner advances to the Final
VRADAR CUP 2026
The Valorant cup for the Brazilian deaf community
The VRadar Cup 2026 brings together teams of deaf players in a Valorant championship with total transparency, fair prizes, and communication in Libras.
Saturday 12/09/2026 · Sunday 13/09/2026
VRadar Bonus
Every registered player gets free VRadar Premium during the tournament.
Important
To receive the benefit, each player on the team must create and maintain their own VRadar account and complete their registration on the platform.
Total transparency
Prizes
Prize pool = 90% of collected entry fees, split by position
Total prize poolR$270.00Entry fee: R$ 50 per team
Now: 6 registered teamsCurrent pool: R$270.00
Prize split
50%
30%
20%
1st place
50%
R$135.00
2nd place
30%
R$81.00
3rd place
20%
R$54.00
Prize pool = 90% of collected entry fees, split by position
Six teams · two groups
Format
The group stage has two groups of three teams. Within each group, everyone plays each opponent once: two matches per team.
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Confirmed teams
GroupA
| Position | Team | Games | Wins | Losses | Rounds won | Round differential | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OctopusQualified | 2 | 1 | 1 | 25 | +4 | 3 |
| 2 | Nectune NTCQualified | 2 | 1 | 1 | 24 | -1 | 3 |
| 3 | Eixo 61 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 20 | -3 | 3 |
GroupB
| Position | Team | Games | Wins | Losses | Rounds won | Round differential | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Z7Qualified | 2 | 2 | 0 | 25 | +12 | 6 |
| 2 | Mãos de AçoQualified | 2 | 1 | 1 | 23 | +3 | 3 |
| 3 | TyrannoClan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | -15 | 0 |
The top two teams in each group advance to the semifinal
Tiebreakers: round differential, then rounds won. If still tied, the spot is decided by a draw (sorteio).
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Official schedule
Saturday · Group stage
- 01Group AOctopus 12 – 14 Nectune NTC. Winner: Nectune NTC
- 02Group BZ7 13 – 10 Mãos de Aço. Winner: Z7
- 03Group ANectune NTC 10 – 13 Eixo 61. Winner: Eixo 61
- 04Group BMãos de Aço 13 – 7 TyrannoClan. Winner: Mãos de Aço
- 05Group AOctopus 13 – 7 Eixo 61. Winner: Octopus
- 06Group BZ7 12 – 3 TyrannoClan. Winner: Z7
Standings are decided by points. In case of a tie, teams are ranked by round differential (rounds won − rounds lost), then rounds won, and, if still tied, by a draw by lot.
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Knockout stage
Sunday · 13/09/2026
Semifinal 1 · Semifinal 2
Semifinal 117h00 · MD1 Semifinal 217h45 · MD1 Z7Nectune NTCWinner advances to the Final
Grand Final · 3rd-place match
Grand Final21h00 · MD3 Mãos de AçoZ7Winner: Z7
3rd-place match18h45 · MD3 OctopusNectune NTCWinner: Octopus
Tiebreaker criteria
- Points
- Round differential (rounds won − rounds lost)
- Rounds won
- Draw by lot if still tied
Just five steps to confirm your spot
Registration and Libras verification
Only the team leader registers and pays the entry fee.
Leader creates account
The captain logs in or creates a VRadar account.
Captain registers the team
The captain must insert the team first, filling in the details of all players.
Players log in and send video
All players must log in and send their Libras video. Their status waits for the video, and then stays pending until admin review.
Admin reviews videos
The admin approves the player's participation only after watching and validating their video.
Team confirmed
After all videos are approved by the admin, the team's spot is guaranteed.
Libras verification video
Every rostered player — captain, 4 starters, and reserves — sends a short video introducing themselves in Libras to confirm they are deaf.
✅ Maximum 60 seconds✅ Maximum 50 MB✅ MP4 format🔒 Automatically deleted 7 days after the tournament ends
General rules
- Tournament exclusive to deaf players. Each player must prove deaf identity with a Libras video.
- Minimum age of 16 to compete.
- Roster: 1 captain + 4 starters and up to 2 optional reserves (7 players maximum).
- Fair play: toxic behavior, xenophobia, or cheating results in a ban.
- Anti-cheat: use of any program not allowed by Valorant leads to immediate disqualification.
- Matches follow the official Riot competitive mode rules.
- The organization may add specific rules during the championship, always communicated in advance.
Championship phases
Schedule
Phase 1
Registration open
Captains register teams and submit team details.
Phase 2
Video verification
The VRadar team reviews each player's Libras video.
Phase 3
Official opening
Bracket published and final rules confirmed.
Phase 4
Saturday: Group Stage
Saturday: six group-stage matches across Groups A and B.
Phase 5
Sunday 13/09/2026: Knockout Stage
Semifinals, the 3rd-place match, and the Grand Final, with technical breaks between matches.
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate?
Deaf players aged 16 and over. Each player must send a short Libras video introducing themselves to confirm deaf identity.
How much does registration cost?
Registration is per team. The fee is paid once by the leader and grants access to all registered players.
How does the Libras video work?
Each player records a video of up to 60 seconds in MP4, up to 50 MB, introducing themselves in Libras. The video is used only for verification and is deleted 7 days after the tournament ends.
Can I register more than one team?
No. Each player can be part of only one team in the same edition of the cup.
What is the tournament format?
There are two groups of three teams. Within each group, everyone plays each opponent once, for two matches per team. Standings use points and the official tiebreaker criteria.
How do prizes work?
The total prize pool is the sum of all entry fees. For up to 16 teams (minimum of 3), the split is 50% / 30% / 20% for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. For only 2 teams, the split is 70% / 30%. Above 16 teams, the split is 50% / 25% / 15% / 10%, including 4th place.
What if I need support?
You can contact us through Discord or the VRadar email. Our team responds in Portuguese and Libras.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Videos are stored encrypted and automatically deleted 7 days after the tournament ends, in accordance with LGPD.
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The VRadar Cup 2026 brings together teams of deaf players in a Valorant championship with total transparency, fair prizes, and communication in Libras.
