{
  "id": 1921367,
  "title": "Don't Skip Your Chance to Compete in The UNO Championship Series, With a $50,000 Grand Finale Prize",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/dont-skip-your-chance-to-compete-in-the-uno-championship-series-with",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T11:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/dont-skip-your-chance-to-compete-in-the-uno-championship-series-with-a-50000-grand-finale-prize"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mattel is set to launch the UNO World Championship Series this year, bringing the popular card game to a global audience with a substantial grand prize of $50,000 up for grabs. Players can join the competition through the UNO! Mobile app or by participating in in-person qualifiers scheduled for October 3 in Orlando, October 10 in Chicago, and October 17 in Los Angeles. The ultimate showdown will take place at the UNO World Championship grand final, broadcast live from Los Angeles on November 11 and accessible worldwide on Twitch.\n\nKatie Buford, VP and Global Head of Mattel Games, expressed enthusiasm for the tournament, stating that it will bring the excitement of UNO to the global stage, showcasing unforgettable moments like epic comebacks and game-changing Draw 4s. The 2026 UNO Championship Series Tournament aims to provide fans around the world with a front-row view of elite players vying for the title of UNO champion.\n\nFor those unable to attend the in-person qualifiers, Mattel is offering a range of prize-worthy products to help players hone their UNO skills at home. These include the UNO Championship Series Tournament Set ($19.99), featuring a stylish UNO set, scoring pad, and gold trophy; the UNO Championship Series Belt ($19.99); and the UNO Championship Series Card Shuffler ($19.99). For serious competitors, the UNO Championship Series Expanded Tournament Set ($27.99) is the top-tier option, complete with a more robust gold trophy for the champion.",
  "summary": "How good are you at UNO? Toy company Mattel is announcing the UNO World Championship Series, which will offer a $50,000 grand prize.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}