BLAST Rivals Fort Worth 2026 Tournament Guide—Schedule, Format, and Teams
BLAST Rivals Fort Worth is a Tier 1 Counter-Strike tournament set to take place April 29-May 3, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. The event will feature eight teams competing for the BLAST Rivals trophy, with all participants selected through VRS standings rather than open qualification. The tournament represents a return to Texas for BLAST, which previously hosted its Austin Major in 2025, establishing the region as a core venue for professional Counter-Strike in North America.
The tournament follows a rapid six-day schedule, with the group stage running April 29-30 and playoffs occurring May 1-3. This compressed format is characteristic of BLAST’s tournament structure, designed to deliver intense competitive Counter-Strike action in a condensed timeframe.
BLAST Rivals Fort Worth is part of a significant mini-NA swing in Tier 1 Counter-Strike competition, occurring in quick succession with IEM Atlanta. This back-to-back tournament schedule marks an important period for professional Counter-Strike in the United States, maintaining the region’s position as a central hub for the esports scene.