The only award voted by pros, the EWC Players’ Choice Award is presented by the Esports Awards in partnership with the Esports World Cup. It celebrates a player who has earned the respect of their fellow competitors. From standout performances to season-long consistency, it recognises individual excellence with the pros deciding who deserves the award.
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Yatoro (Raddan) | DOTA 2
Yatoro claimed his third International title with Team Spirit in 2026. A five-game grand final against VISION ended with another Aegis, adding the season’s biggest prize to his nomination case.
Xiaohai | Street Fighter 6
Xiaohai won COMBO BREAKER 2026, defeating Hinao in the final. The victory secured his qualification for both EWC and Capcom Cup 13, giving him a major tournament win in this year’s campaign.
m0NESY | Counter-Strike 2
m0NESY made his first Major final count, helping Falcons win IEM Cologne 2026 and taking the MVP. His 1.25 tournament rating edged a close race with NiKo and kyousuke for the individual award.
Arslan Ash | TEKKEN 8
Arslan Ash won TEKKEN 8 at Evo 2026, taking his eighth Evo title overall. Victory over Rangchu in the final also marked his fourth consecutive Las Vegas title.
The players make the call. Voting is open to professional players who have competed in at least one qualifying event, whether they attended EWC or not.
If first place is tied, a tie-break process applies, with another player vote if needed.
Professional players who competed in official matches at a qualifying S, A or B-Tier event during the Esports Awards eligibility window.
Players outside their own team and organization. Votes for teammates or players signed to the same organization won’t count.
Individual performances, consistency and impact: trophies alone don’t decide it, a player’s contribution to that success does.
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