The Worlds 2026 Swiss Stage produced two major results on October 29, as Top Esports defeated Bilibili Gaming 2-1 to secure a place in the Knockout Stage, while Karmine Corp beat CTBC Flying Oyster 2-0 to stay alive in the tournament.
TES recovered after losing the opening game of the all-LPL series and won the next two to qualify for the quarterfinals. KC, meanwhile, survived an elimination match marked by repeated pauses and technical problems, sending CFO out of Worlds and moving into the 2-2 bracket.
Top Esports complete comeback against Bilibili Gaming
Top Esports secured their quarterfinal place with a 2-1 win over Bilibili Gaming. BLG took control of the first game, putting TES under pressure and taking the early series lead. TES responded by improving their teamfighting and finding better opportunities to engage as the series progressed.
The second game shifted the momentum. TES found ways to contest BLG's setup and turn fights in their favour, levelling the series at 1-1. JackeyLove, 369, Creme and Tian were among the key contributors highlighted in the supplied match coverage as TES forced a deciding game.
TES carried that momentum into game three. Their coordination in teamfights and control of the game's major moments kept BLG from rebuilding the advantage they had shown in the opener. TES closed out the map and completed the reverse sweep, confirming their place in the Knockout Stage.
The result sends TES directly into the quarterfinals. BLG drop into the 2-2 bracket, where their next match becomes an elimination opportunity: another defeat would end their Worlds campaign.
Watch the TES vs BLG series highlights:
Karmine Corp eliminate CTBC Flying Oyster
Karmine Corp defeated CTBC Flying Oyster 2-0 in the day's elimination match, ending CFO's run at Worlds 2026. The victory moves KC into the 2-2 bracket, leaving the team one more series away from either qualification or elimination.
KC took the first game and carried the advantage into a second map that became increasingly difficult to manage. CFO threatened to extend the series, but KC stayed in contention and eventually found the opening they needed around Elder Dragon.
Game two was interrupted by multiple pauses, technical issues and remakes. During one pause, CFO's Doggo was unable to purchase items because of a bug. The interruptions disrupted the flow of the match, but the series resumed and reached a decisive late-game fight.
As the teams contested Elder Dragon, KC caught Shadow while he was separated from the rest of CFO. With CFO's jungler removed from the fight, KC secured Elder and used the resulting advantage to finish the game and complete the 2-0 sweep.
The defeat eliminates CFO from the tournament. KC advance to the 2-2 bracket, where they will have another chance to reach the Knockout Stage.
Watch the KC vs CFO series highlights:
Worlds 2026 Swiss Stage standings implications
Day six reshaped both ends of the Swiss Stage race. TES became the latest team to secure a quarterfinal berth, while BLG and KC moved into the 2-2 group, where their tournament lives remain on the line. CFO, by contrast, were eliminated after their loss to KC.
| Team | Day six result | Swiss Stage situation |
|---|---|---|
| Top Esports | Defeated Bilibili Gaming 2-1 | Qualified for the Knockout Stage |
| Bilibili Gaming | Lost to Top Esports 1-2 | Moved to the 2-2 bracket |
| Karmine Corp | Defeated CTBC Flying Oyster 2-0 | Moved to the 2-2 bracket |
| CTBC Flying Oyster | Lost to Karmine Corp 0-2 | Eliminated |
The official Worlds 2026 tournament stage page provides the tournament's official bracket and stage information. The LoL Esports competition hub also lists Riot's international events.
Photos by Colin Young-Wolff/Riot Games.
Frequently asked questions about the Worlds 2026 Swiss Stage
Did Top Esports qualify for the Worlds 2026 quarterfinals?
Yes. Top Esports defeated Bilibili Gaming 2-1 on October 29 to secure a place in the Knockout Stage.
What was the score between Top Esports and Bilibili Gaming?
Top Esports won the series 2-1 after losing the opening game and taking the next two maps.
Did Karmine Corp beat CTBC Flying Oyster?
Yes. Karmine Corp won 2-0 in the elimination match, advancing to the 2-2 bracket.
Was CTBC Flying Oyster eliminated from Worlds 2026?
Yes. The 0-2 loss to Karmine Corp ended CFO's tournament run.
Why was the Karmine Corp vs CTBC Flying Oyster match delayed?
The second game experienced multiple pauses, technical issues and remakes. A reported in-game bug also prevented CFO's Doggo from purchasing items during one pause.
What happens to Bilibili Gaming after the loss?
BLG move into the 2-2 bracket. They must win their next series to keep their Worlds 2026 campaign alive.
What happens next for Karmine Corp?
KC also move into the 2-2 bracket. Their next match will determine whether they remain in contention for a Knockout Stage place.
Two very different paths into the 2-2 bracket
October 29 brought a quarterfinal-clinching comeback for Top Esports, a survival win for Karmine Corp and an exit for CTBC Flying Oyster. BLG and KC now face the pressure of the 2-2 bracket, where there is no room for another series loss. Follow the latest League of Legends news, more esports coverage and the ongoing Worlds tournament updates as the Swiss Stage approaches its final decisions.
