What was the prize pool for Dota 2’s The International 2021?

The prize pool for Dota 2’s The International 2021 was $40,018,195.

The International 2021 was held in Bucharest, Romania, from October 7 to 17 after its original location and schedule were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The total prize pool reached $40,018,195, making it the largest prize pool in esports at that time. The figure was built from a base contribution and a portion of sales from the game’s Battle Pass.

Team Spirit won the tournament, defeating PSG.LGD 3–2 in the grand final. The championship was Team Spirit’s first International title, and the organization’s victory earned the players a substantial share of the pool.

Prize-pool records in Dota 2 are often confused because The International used a crowdfunding model for many years. The record is attached to the specific 2021 event, not to Dota 2 in general or to every edition of the tournament. Later editions changed their funding and competitive structures, so comparisons require checking the event year.