The Valorant Champions Tour 2026 China Stage 2 group stage is underway, with Day 2 featuring FunPlus Phoenix squaring off against Trace Esports and JDG Esports taking on TYLOO. All four teams enter at 0-0, marking the earliest innings of a round-robin format that will stretch from July through August 2026.
What’s happening on the server
The VCT China Stage 2 features more than ten teams competing for spots at international events, including the prestigious Champions Shanghai. FunPlus Phoenix recently made a significant roster move. On June 25, 2026, FPX signed Colin “coconut” Chung as their new in-game leader, bringing him over from JD Gaming.
The crypto-shaped hole in esports
There are no cryptocurrency tokens associated with the tournament. No NFT-based collectibles tied to player performances. No on-chain governance letting fans vote on map picks. The only crypto-adjacent activity comes from third-party prediction markets, and even those show limited engagement compared to traditional sports betting platforms operating in regulated markets.
