{"id":15578,"date":"2026-06-25T14:41:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/blog\/?p=15578"},"modified":"2026-06-25T14:41:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:41:04","slug":"what-teams-are-in-thunderpick-world-championship-sa-series-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/blog\/what-teams-are-in-thunderpick-world-championship-sa-series-1","title":{"rendered":"What Teams Are In Thunderpick World Championship 2026 SA Series 1?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>A dozen <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/esports\/cs2-betting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Counter-Strike 2 (CS2)<\/a> teams are primed and ready to showcase their talents on the South American servers at our <a href=\"https:\/\/world-championship.thunderpick.io\/2026-sa-series-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thunderpick World Championship (TWC) SA Series 1<\/a>. Here\u2019s a complete breakdown of all competing teams and the essential event details, including the format, schedule, and how to watch it all live.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> <em>Rankings mentioned in this article reflect the Valve Regional Standings (VRS) as of June 22, 2026, with the Americas filter applied.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TWC 2026 SA Series 1 Schedule, Format &amp; Stream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TWC 2026 SA Series 1 runs from June 24 to 28 across two stages of competition. It all starts with the Group Stage (June 24 to 26), which has two groups of four teams each and a GSL-style format. All matches are best-of-three, and the top two teams from each group advance to the Playoffs Stage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the TWC 2026 SA Series 1 Playoffs Stage (June 27 to 28), the four teams who survived the Group Stage will join four direct invites. The single-elimination bracket features best-of-three matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">June 24 marks the start of SA Series 1 \ud83d\udd25<br><br>Meet the 12 teams joining the competition \ud83c\udf0e<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/hashtag\/ThunderpickWC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#ThunderpickWC<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/75wTfN8nRk\">pic.twitter.com\/75wTfN8nRk<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Thunderpick (@thunderpickco) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/thunderpickco\/status\/2067684028652654637?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 18, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Teams were invited based on their VRS Americas position on May 15, 2026, with a South America filter applied, starting at Rank 1.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Watch TWC 2026 SA Series 1<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch every TWC 2026 SA Series 1 match live on <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4430783-1&amp;h=3648175225&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitch.tv%2Fthunderpicktv&amp;a=twitch.tv%2Fthunderpicktv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">twitch.tv\/thunderpicktv<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@thunderpickesports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/youtube.com\/@Thunderpickesports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">youtube.com\/@Thunderpickesports<\/a>. The tournament is operated by GAM3RS_X, and we want to also shout out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotspawn.com\/counter-strike\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotspawn<\/a> as the official media partner and GRID Esports as the data partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an all-in-one viewing\/betting experience, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/esports\/cs2-betting\/thunderpick-world-championship-2026-south-american-series-1\/9272\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TWC 2026 SA Series 1 page<\/a>, where you can live stream and bet on every match using your favorite crypto.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earn your community diamond coin playing along on challonge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit your predictions by Friday 26th 3pm (UST) for groups, and stay tuned with our discord for playoff predictions and receive community rewards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Group A  &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/challonge.com\/TWCSASeries1APickems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/challonge.com\/TWCSASeries1APickems<\/a><br>Group B &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/challonge.com\/TWCSASeries1BPickems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/challonge.com\/TWCSASeries1BPickems<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prize Pool Distribution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teams are competing for $20,000 in prize money. Check out the distribution below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Placement<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Prize Money (USD)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1st<\/td><td>$10,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2nd<\/td><td>$4,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3rd\u20134th<\/td><td>$1,500 each<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5th\u20138th<\/td><td>$750 each<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ShindeN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Waiting patiently in the Playoffs Stage of TWC 2026 SA Series 1 is one of the top contenders, ShindeN. The Argentinian esports organization is ranked #14 on the VRS Americas leaderboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ShindeN currently has a 75% match win rate over the past three months of play, indicating a high level of consistency. Their most recent success was at the ESL Challenger League Season 51 South America Finals, where they defeated <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.io\/blog\/imperial-esports-overview\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"27\" title=\"Imperial Esports\">Imperial Esports<\/a> 3\u20131 in the Grand Final.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With momentum on their side, ShindeN definitely has what it takes to go all the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ShindeN roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Matias &#8220;<strong>abizz<\/strong>&#8221; Mu\u00f1iz Cusi<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Ivan &#8220;<strong>ivz<\/strong>&#8221; Quintana<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Nazareno &#8220;<strong>naz<\/strong>&#8221; Romero<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Lautaro &#8220;<strong>guty<\/strong>&#8221; G\u00f3mez<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Tomas &#8220;<strong>tom1jed<\/strong>&#8221; Rivero (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Agustin &#8220;<strong>ninro<\/strong>&#8221; Valenti (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bounty Hunters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Featuring an exciting group of Brazilian and Argentine players, Bounty Hunters is ranked #22 on the VRS Americas leaderboard. The squad has posted some solid results in 2026 so far, winning BetBoom Storm #1 and placing 2nd at both Aorus League Brazil 2026 and ESL Challenger League Season 51 South America Cup #4. Most recently, Bounty Hunters won CCT South America 2026 Series #2 with a clean 2\u20130 sweep over Largados.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bounty Hunters will start the SA Series 1 in the Playoffs Stage as one of our direct invites. Keep a close eye on this team and their fast-paced play. They have a 60% match win rate over the past three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bounty Hunters roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Mauro &#8220;<strong>zock<\/strong>&#8221; Da Silva<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Leonardo &#8220;<strong>fREQ<\/strong>&#8221; Kurussu<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Pedro &#8220;<strong>pepe<\/strong>&#8221; In\u00e1cio<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Gabriel \u201c<strong>ponter<\/strong>\u201d Amaral<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Gianfranco &#8220;<strong>KAISER<\/strong>&#8221; Pantano (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Nicolas &#8220;<strong>gusihx<\/strong>&#8221; Rovira (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fluxo W7M<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brazilian organizer Fluxo W7M has received one of our four direct invites to the Playoffs Stage, thanks to their #23 ranking on the VRS Americas leaderboard. There\u2019s an air of excitement surrounding the squad following a few roster changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brazilian rifler Itz and Chilean rifler dav1deuS <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/fluxogg\/status\/2058941271968772132\">joined the roster<\/a> on May 25, 2026, while kye is on loan from FURIA Academy. The TWC 2026 SA Series 1 will serve as a measure of how well the squad is gelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fluxo W7M roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Romeu &#8220;<strong>zevy<\/strong>&#8221; Rocco<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Kayke &#8220;<strong>kye<\/strong>&#8221; Bertolucci<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>David &#8220;<strong>dav1deuS<\/strong>&#8221; Tapia<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Jo\u00e3o &#8220;<strong>ltz<\/strong>&#8221; Bonetti<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Raphael &#8220;<strong>exit<\/strong>&#8221; Lacerda (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Gustavo &#8220;<strong>Juve<\/strong>&#8221; Alexandre (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fake do Biru<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The all-Brazilian side of Fake do Biru is our final direct invite to the Playoffs Stage of SA Series 1. Fake do Biru is currently ranked #26 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, boasting a 68.4% match win rate over the past three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their most recent tournament win was in April at ExitLag ChampZ 2026, where they beat LP 2\u20131 in the Grand Final slugfest, showcasing their resilience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fake do Biru roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Wesley &#8220;<strong>hardzao<\/strong>&#8221; Lopes<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Patrick &#8220;<strong>detr0ittJ<\/strong>&#8221; Carvalho<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Matheus &#8220;<strong>Tuurtle<\/strong>&#8221; Anhaia<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Matheus &#8220;<strong>pesadelo<\/strong>&#8221; Panisset<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Vin\u00edcios &#8220;<strong>PKL<\/strong>&#8221; Coelho (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">LP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>LargadosyPelados, often simply referred to as LP, is an all-Brazilian side in Group A. They are one of the favorites to reach the Playoffs Stage, having risen through the ranks in recent months.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LP is currently ranked #13 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, with a 67.6% match win rate over the past three months. The squad won both BetBoom Storm Season 3 and BetBoom Circuit X Base Recife 2026 in May, showcasing fantastic form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LP roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Guilherme &#8220;<strong>happ<\/strong>&#8221; Bento<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Leonardo &#8220;<strong>Leomonster<\/strong>&#8221; Enrique<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Gustavo &#8220;<strong>divine<\/strong>&#8221; Altapini<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Alisson &#8220;<strong>Alisson<\/strong>&#8221; Farias<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Leonardo &#8220;<strong>zmb<\/strong>&#8221; Toledo (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Pablo &#8220;<strong>disturbed<\/strong>&#8221; Fernandes (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yawara<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yawara is a top contender in Group B. The all-Brazilian lineup is ranked #27 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, with a decent 52% match win rate over the past three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yawara lit up the server in the Grand Final of Odyssey Cup Brazil 2026 on May 30, 2026, beating UNO with a convincing 3\u20131 score. If they can keep the momentum going, there\u2019s no reason to believe Yawara won\u2019t make it to the SA Series 1 Playoffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yawara roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Vinicius &#8220;<strong>tele<\/strong>&#8221; Morozini<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Iago &#8220;<strong>deemO<\/strong>&#8221; Henrique<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Cayo &#8220;<strong>r3kt<\/strong>&#8221; Santos<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Eduardo &#8220;<strong>edv<\/strong>&#8221; Vieira<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Jonatan &#8220;<strong>j0w<\/strong>&#8221; Sperotto (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Leonardo &#8220;<strong>bnk3<\/strong>&#8221; Arruda<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keyd Stars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keyd Stars is a regular TWC contender from South America, always keeping us on the edge of our seats. The all-Brazilian squad has a 53.5% match win rate over the past three months and is currently ranked #28 on the VRS Americas leaderboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Group B squad has shown an uptick in recent results, finishing 3rd\u20134th at both CCT 2026 South America Series 2 and BetBoom Storm Season 3 in May.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keyd Stars roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Gabriel &#8220;<strong>lash<\/strong>&#8221; Sampaio<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Jo\u00e3o &#8220;<strong>matios<\/strong>&#8221; Guedes<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Bruno &#8220;<strong>xureba<\/strong>&#8221; Sigwalt<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Vinicius &#8220;<strong>zede<\/strong>&#8221; Reis<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Cristopher &#8220;<strong>ckzao<\/strong>&#8221; Chalus<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Matheus &#8220;<strong>Kaos<\/strong>&#8221; Nicolau (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Isurus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like the type of shark with the same name, Isurus will strike if they smell blood in the water. With a stack of talented Argentine players and a Brazilian coach, Isurus is ready to take Group A by storm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Isurus is ranked #29 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, with a 56% win rate over the past three months. They are a relatively new squad, coming <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/teamisurus\/status\/2016232447080313143\">together<\/a> on Jan. 27, 2026, and steadily climbing through the ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Isurus roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Joaqu\u00edn &#8220;<strong>atarax1a<\/strong>&#8221; Biglieri<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Leandro &#8220;<strong>Hezz<\/strong>&#8221; Barrios<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Matteo &#8220;<strong>dott1<\/strong>&#8221; Dotti<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Nicolas &#8220;<strong>BK1<\/strong>&#8221; Cespedes<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Marcos &#8220;<strong>deco<\/strong>&#8221; Amato (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Willian &#8220;<strong>Xamp<\/strong>&#8221; Caldas (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">UNO MILLE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranked #31 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, UNO MILLE is an organization-less stack of Brazilian players boasting a strong 66.7% match win rate over the past three months of play.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UNO MILLE is in Group B of the SA Series 1, and we can\u2019t wait to see how they perform. The squad has managed to string together some solid results in May, finishing 2nd at the Odyssey Cup Brazil 2026 Finals and 3rd\u20134th at CCT 2026 South America Series 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UNO MILLE roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Jonathan &#8220;<strong>cLd<\/strong>&#8221; Cruz<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Victor &#8220;<strong>rem1x<\/strong>&#8221; Monteiro<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Alexandre &#8220;<strong>ALLE<\/strong>&#8221; Santos<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Rodrigo &#8220;<strong>drg<\/strong>&#8221; Ausenka<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Fillipe &#8220;<strong>pancc<\/strong>&#8221; Martins<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Guilherme &#8220;<strong>KinGui<\/strong>&#8221; Balancieri (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MIBR Academy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re thrilled to see the famed Brazilian organization\u2019s academy team, brimming with up-and-coming talent, compete in the SA Series 1. <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.io\/blog\/mibr-overview\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"32\" title=\"MIBR\">MIBR<\/a> Academy is ranked #38 on the VRS Americas leaderboard, with a 44% match win rate over the past three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rifler stormzyn leads the charge on the server, and coach Fara\u00f3 adds strategic depth to their plays. MIBR Academy has seen some recent success, with a 2nd place finish at CCT 2026 Challengers South America Series 1. You\u2019ll get to watch them play in Group A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MIBR Academy roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Lucas &#8220;<strong>lkz<\/strong>&#8221; Vicente<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Felipe &#8220;<strong>fl4sh<\/strong>&#8221; Porfirio<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Marcos &#8220;<strong>Jerr1<\/strong>&#8221; Maier<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Caio &#8220;<strong>revoltz<\/strong>&#8221; Okada<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Vitor &#8220;<strong>stormzyn<\/strong>&#8221; Yamauchi (IGL)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Raynan &#8220;<strong>Fara\u00f3<\/strong>&#8221; Carvalho (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GameHunters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GameHunters are one of the underdogs at the SA Series 1, ranked #44 on VRS Americas. They have a 27.3% match win rate over the past three months, with veteran Brazilian coach sky leading the charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting their journey in Group B, we are excited to find out if GameHunters can pull off some upsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GameHunters roster:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Abra\u00e3o &#8220;<strong>abr<\/strong>&#8221; Campagnac<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Marcelo &#8220;<strong>nyezin<\/strong>&#8221; Ramos<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Lucas &#8220;<strong>bsd<\/strong>&#8221; Luan<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Bruno &#8220;<strong>Bruninho<\/strong>&#8221; Rodrigues<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TBD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Pedro &#8220;<strong>sky<\/strong>&#8221; Lahass (Coach)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vasco<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately due to being unable to field an eligible roster, bottom seed Vasco have dropped the day before games were due to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Don\u2019t Want To Miss TWC 2026 SA Series 1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve watched favorites M80 dominate the <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/blog\/thunderpick-world-championship-2026-na-series-recap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TWC 2026 NA Series<\/a>. Then, there was DragonClaw (VRSDelivery), who clawed their way through the Group Stage and ultimately won the <a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/blog\/thunderpick-world-championship-2026-eu-series-1-recap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TWC 2026 EU Series 1<\/a>. Now, we look ahead to the South American region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/world-championship.thunderpick.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">World Championship page<\/a> to keep up with all the action. Once the TWC 2026 SA Series 1 concludes, we will stay in the region for the TWC 2026 SA Series 2 event in July!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Always practice <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/en\/content\/responsible-gaming\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Responsible Gambling<\/em><\/a><em> and check out our <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderpick.gl\/en\/content\/promotions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>latest promo offers<\/em><\/a><em> and boosts. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ to play.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A dozen Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) teams are primed and ready to showcase their talents on the South American servers at our Thunderpick World Championship (TWC) SA Series 1. 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