Riot Games has announced the First Stand Tournament 2026, a new League of Legends competition set to take place in São Paulo, Brazil. This tournament aims to highlight emerging teams in the League of Legends competitive scene. Twelve teams from various regions will compete, organized into groups for the initial stage of the event. The group stage matches will be played in a best-of-three format. Following this, knockout rounds will be held in a best-of-five format to determine the tournament winner. The event's scheduling and structure underscore Riot Games' continued investment in developing talent across regions and expanding competitive opportunities beyond major leagues. Hosting the tournament in São Paulo also signals growing esports infrastructure and community development in Brazil, a key market for Riot Games. The First Stand Tournament positions itself as an important platform for upcoming teams to gain exposure and competitive experience within the global League of Legends ecosystem.