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Event dates, location, and the main structure of the event is already outlined in the Rules page. Detailed rules and format information will be published here separately very soon.

The MECC European Open is the highlight event of the MECC Spring Season 2026. The event takes place in person in Amsterdam, Netherlands, as part of European Excel Week.

European Excel Week brings together two major Excel-focused events, including:

COMPETE INDIVIDUALLY
NETWORK WITH PROFESSIONALS AND LIKE-MINDED STUDENTS
SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS
CLAIM YOUR SHARE OF €2500 PRIZE FUND

Compete in Excel Esports

Participation Interest Form

Table of Contents

MECC European Open

Event Overview

Within the Excel Esports European Open, the MECC Student Qualifier and Finals are one of the featured events. It runs alongside the Main Event, where top Excel esports players compete for the European Open Champion title and qualification spots for the Microsoft Excel World Championships.

For MECC, the European Open represents the final event of the Spring Season, bringing together the strongest Excel esports student athletes to compete for the MECC European Open Student Champion title.

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In addition to the Main Event and the MECC Student Qualifier and Finals, the weekend includes several other featured formats:

Mega Elimination

100 players. 60 minute game. 11-minute grace period before eliminations start every 30 seconds

Teams Event

32 teams, 3 players per team
10 teams will qualify for the Team Relays on Day 2

Team Relays

Top 10 qualified teams race through a relay-style challenge

Mixed Doubles

Pairs compete in a crowd-pleasing finals match

When and Where?

Dates: May 22–23, 2026
Location: H20 Esports Campus, Amsterdam, Netherlands

The MECC European Open is a two-day event.

A detailed schedule will be published on the main European Open event page.

MECC Event Format

Format

The student competition consists of two stages across two days.

Day 1

MECC Student Qualifier


Up to 100 students compete for 9 Finals spots

Format:
• All-vs-all
• Excel Esports case
• 7 levels
• 5 bonus questions
• No bonus lockouts
• Delayed bonus feedback
• Real time leaderboard

Time limit: 30 minutes

Day 2

MECC Finals


Participants:
• 9 qualified players from Day 1
• Plus the winner of the MECC Regionals Winners’ Battle

Format:
• Elimination game
• Every 5 minutes, the lowest-scoring player is eliminated until five players remain to compete to determine the winner
• Excel Esports case
• 7 levels
• 5 bonus questions
• 50% bonus lockouts
• Delayed bonus feedback
• Real time leaderboard

Time limit: 30 minutes

Who Can Participate?

Participation

Participation in the student event is free of charge and includes a viewer ticket for the full European Open event.

To be eligible, students must:

  • Have been enrolled in a degree-granting institution at any point during MECC Spring Season 2026

  • Students graduating in March, April, or May 2026 remain eligible

  • Have earned at least one MECC badge

  • Are at least 18 years old on the day travel begins

How Can I Apply?

  • Complete the Participant Interest Form

  • After submission, the MECC team will contact you and provide a deadline for submitting the required information

  • You will be asked to provide: Proof of enrollment and Proof of travel booking

This process helps avoid empty or inactive applications.

     Important notes:

  • Participation is limited to 100 students
  • Spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis

Participation Interest Form

Complete Here

Equipment and Setup

  • Competition equipment will be provided on-site
  • Players may bring and use their own keyboard and mouse if preferred

Can Students Participate in Other European Open Events?

Yes. Students may also take part in other Excel Esports European Open competitions, including:

Main Event

Qualification Rounds - Day 1
Semifinals + Finals - Day 2

More Information on the Esports European Open website

Mega Elimination

100 players. 60 minute game. 11-minute grace period before eliminations start every 30 seconds

Teams Events

32 teams of 3 players each compete, and the top 10 teams qualify for a relay-style challenge on Day 2

Mixed Doubles

Pairs compete in a crowd-pleasing finals match.

For the featured events (Mega Elimination, Teams, Mixed Doubles), players must apply separately. Participation in requires the purchase of a player ticket. The player ticket includes participation in the Main Event. 

Player Tickets

Participation in these events is not guaranteed and depends on the applicable selection rules and formats. Full details on player tickets, event rules, and participant selection criteria are available on the Excel Esports European Open website.

Can Friends and Family Attend?

Yes. Friends and family are welcome to attend and watch the event live. Get your viewer tickets right now!

Viewer tickets

Prizes

MECC Finals 1st place: 
€1,000

MECC Finals 2nd place: 
€750

MECC Finals 3rd place: 
€750

Livestream

Matches will be livestreamed on the Excel Esports YouTube channel. Specific livestream links will be published closer to the event.

Youtube Channel

Rules and Code of Conduct

Effective Date: February 5, 2026
Last Updated: February 5, 2026

These rules govern the European Open 2026 MECC Featured Event.
For rules covering the full Excel Esports European Open, please refer to the official European Open rules.

Organizers: Financial Modeling World Cup (FMWC)

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1. Eligibility & Registration

To participate in the MECC European Open:

  • Participants must be students worldwide.
  • Participants must be at least 18 years old on the day travel begins.
  • Participants must have earned at least one MECC badge.
  • Participants must complete the Participant Interest Form.
  • After submission, the MECC team will provide a deadline to submit required documentation:
    • Proof of enrollment
    • Proof of booked travel
  • The Participant Interest Form reserves a spot, but it will only be confirmed after the required documents are submitted.
  • Participation is limited to 100 students.
  • Slots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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2. Participation Cost

  • Participation in the MECC Featured Event is free of charge.
  • MECC participation includes a viewer ticket for the full two days of the Excel Esports European Open.
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3. Date & Location

Dates: May 22–23, 2026
Location: H20 Esports Campus, Amsterdam, Netherlands

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4. Event Structure

Day 1 – MECC Student Qualifier

Up to 100 participants compete for 9 Finals spots.

Format:

  • All-vs-all
  • Excel Esports case
  • 7 levels, 5 bonus questions
  • No bonus lockouts
  • Delayed bonus feedback and real-time leaderboard
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Time Limit: 30 minutes

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Day 2 – MECC Finals

Participants:

  • 9 qualified players from Day 1
  • Winner of the MECC Regionals Winners’ Battle
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Format:

  • Elimination game
  • Every 5 minutes, the lowest-scoring participant is eliminated until 5 players remain, who then compete to determine the winner
  • Excel Esports case (7 levels, 5 bonus questions)
  • 50% bonus lockouts
  • Delayed bonus feedback and real-time leaderboard
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Time Limit: 30 minutes

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5. Equipment

  • Competition stations, including Excel setup, will be provided by the organizers.
  • Participants may bring and use their own keyboard and mouse if preferred.
  • Participants are not allowed to bring external software, scripts, or other tools beyond what is provided or explicitly allowed in the rules.
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6. Prize Fund

1st place: €1,000

2nd place: €750

3rd place: €750

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7. Code of Conduct & Fair Play

Participants are expected to compete honestly, respectfully, and according to the rules.

Fair Play Rules:
  • AI tools (including Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agent Mode in Excel) are prohibited for solving cases.
  • AI may only be used to translate instructions.
  • Internet use is prohibited for seeking solutions or external help.
  • Pre-built formulas, VBA, and Lambda functions are allowed.
  • Violations may result in disqualification without refunds or awards.
  • Participants found cheating or violating fair play rules in any competition or event organized by FMWC may be disqualified from MECC. FMWC and MECC are not liable for any costs, losses, or expenses incurred by disqualified participants.
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8. Viewer & Livestream Policy

9. Tiebreakers

In the event that 2 or more players have an equal number of points in a round, for determining the higher-ranked player, the following is taken into consideration:

  1. More Time Saved: the player with the lowest amount of time spent on solving the case wins. In case the players are still tied, then
  2. If still tied, the participant who submitted their application first will rank higher.
  3. FMWC decisions are final in all tiebreaking and scoring matters.
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10. Rule Changes & Organizer Rights

  • Organizers may amend these rules at any time.
  • Participants are expected to follow the latest version published on the MECC website.
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11. Travel & Expenses

  • Participants are responsible for all travel, accommodation, and personal expenses.
  • Organizers are not liable for any costs incurred in case of disqualification, cancellation, or other issues.

Contact

For any questions regarding the MECC Student Event, please contact:
info@mecc.college

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