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Saudi Arabia’s Esports World Cup kicks off in Paris for first time
Regional tensions were a factor in moving the tournament to France, but the switch also reflects a long-term ambition to expand the competition globally
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The Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh offered a $70 million prize pool
Add The Circuit on GoogleSaudi Arabia’s Esports World Cup kicks off in Paris today, the first time it has been held outside of the kingdom since its launch in 2024.
The tournament, which attracts about 2,000 players competing for a prize...
