StarLadder reveals StarSeries 20 details and cancels spring tournament

StarLadder has unveiled details for the next major event in the series — StarSeries 20, which will take place from September 16 to 20, 2026, in a yet-unannounced location within the Schengen area. The tournament will be a Tier-1 event featuring eight participating teams.

Half of the teams will receive direct invitations, while the remaining four spots will be decided through regional qualifiers. Europe will be granted two slots, with North and South America each receiving one.

The total prize pool for the tournament will amount to $500,000. The champion will earn $200,000, the runner-up will receive $130,000, and the teams placing third and fourth will take home $70,000 and $40,000 respectively.

Alongside the announcement, the organizers confirmed that the Spring StarSeries 2026 event has been canceled due to scheduling conflicts with the upcoming Summer Major. StarLadder also revealed plans to host another Tier-1 tournament in October 2027, as well as a series of Tier-2 events throughout 2026.