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2024-12-10 10:00

Esports World Cup Foundation Expands Partner Program to 40 Clubs, Supports Ecosystem with $20 Million in Funding

2025 EWCF Club Partner Program now accepting applications, with expanded opportunities for Clubs in the world’s fastest-growing esports markets: China, Southeast Asia, LATAM and MENA.

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2024-12-06 17:00counter-strike

Counter-Strike 2 is returning to the Esports World Cup!

The industry-defining tactical first-person shooter (FPS) Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is returning for another round at the Esports World Cup next year!

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2024-08-30 00:00

6 things we learned at the first EWC

Not everything went to plan for many teams. Some had win streaks ahead of the EWC go to shambles, some lifted their first trophies.

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2024-08-29 23:30

Every team that won at the Esports World Cup

With a staggering 22 titles showcased in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, let's breakdown which organisations lifted trophies across which game titles

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2024-08-28 00:00

10 Wildest and Memorable Moments From the Esports World Cup

With the EWC concluding, we relive the 10 most thrilling moments from the world's biggest esports event to date.

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2024-08-27 23:00

A Celebration of Team Falcons, the EWC All-Stars

Team Falcons competed across 18 of the 22 esports titles at the EWC and were crowned the champions

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2024-08-26 00:00

The four most incredible moments from EWC Week 8

After eight weeks of competition — across a dozen genres of games and with millions of dollars won by teams and clubs from around the world — the first-ever esports World Cup has come to a close.

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2024-08-25 00:30

Soniqs get 60 kills and 3 Chicken Dinners to win EWC: PUBG

The North American squad conquer the EWC out of 24 global teams

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2024-08-25 00:00

Team BDS defeat hometown favorites to win EWC Ft Rocket League

A defensive masterclass by Team BDS overwhelms Team Falcons in the Grand Final of the EWC

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2024-08-25 00:00

Team Redline dominates EWC: ESL R1

Consistency was key for the squad as they wreaked havoc during both the group stage and finals of the EWC

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2024-08-23 22:00

Ulsan defeats ATIF 5-0 to win EWC: TEKKEN 8 Grand Finals

The KWANGDONG FREECS player avenged his teammate, CBM, in spectacular fashion.

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2024-08-19 13:00

EWC Week 8 watch guide - matches you don't want to miss

The final week of the first ever EWC is here and it promises to be a special one with Rocket League, Tekken 8, R1, and PUBG: Battlegrounds.

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2024-08-19 11:00

The 4 most inspiring moments from EWC Week 7

Team Falcons secured the Club Championship but there were plenty of other amazing moments during Week 7.

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2024-08-18 22:00

jafonso triumphs over Young to win Esports World Cup: EA FC 24

The Portuguese star only qualified last week in the Last Chance Qualifier but clawed his way onwards to the trophy.

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2024-08-18 19:30

Atlanta FaZe Find Redemption, Win EWC COD MW3 Championship

FaZe when on an incredible run, defeating rivals and CDL World Champions OpTic Gaming in the process

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2024-08-18 18:00

Clem Dominates in StarCraft II, Bringing Team Liquid to 2nd in Club Championship Points

Clem crushed all opposition in his path including an outrageous 8-0 total map against tournament favorite Serral.

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2024-08-18 08:00

Esports World Cup to host Neymar celebrity gaming match in Riyadh

The Brazilian superstar will perform in Counter-Strike 2, Rocket League and Tekken 8 showmatch tournaments on Tuesday, August 20 at Boulevard Riyadh City.

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2024-08-12 16:00

EWC Week 7 watch guide — matches you must watch

The penultimate week of EWC is full of promise with three esports titans in Starcraft II, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, and EA FC 24.

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2024-08-12 08:00

Top 4 insane moments from Week 6

Week 6 had some outstanding moments as emotions and tensions were high.

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2024-08-11 22:15

Xiao Hai fights his way to the top of the EWC: Street Fighter 6 Tournament

The Chinese competitor's performances were worthy of his golden fightstick.

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2024-08-11 22:00

XSET become EWC Fortnite champs after defeating NA rivals

XSET only dropped 3 maps as they excelled at EWC's unique format.

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2024-08-11 18:00

Wolves Esports triumphs over T1 to win Esports World Cup Presenting Teamfight Tactics

As the tournament went on, Wolves only got stronger as they convincingly won in the grand final.

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2024-08-05 09:00

EWC Week 6 watch guide - these are the matces you must watch

Prepare for a smorgasbord of esports action with three very different genres to choose from.

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2024-08-05 08:00

The top 4 moments of the Esports World Cup Week 5

Relive the most exciting moments from a tension-filled week of esports action.

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2024-08-04 22:30

Alliance Wins EWC: Apex Legends in longest Apex match ever

Alliance silenced their doubters and proved they can perform when it matters most in a record-breaking series.

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2024-08-04 19:00

Team BDS sweep w7m esports to win Esports World Cup: Rainbow Six

Team BDS dominated the competition and finished in style with a clean sweep in the final.

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2024-08-04 16:30

KPL Dream Team Wins HoK Invitational x Esports World Cup

China's sole representative did not disappoint as the star-studded roster showed why they were favourites.

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2024-07-29 11:00

Esports World Cup Club Championship halfway mark: The story so far

We're already a month into the inaugural Esports World Cup with multiple tournament winners but there can only be one Club Champion.

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2024-07-29 09:00

EWC Week 5 - Matches you can't miss

The EWC isn't slowing down so here's a preview of what you can look forward to with Honor of Kings, Rainbow Six, and Apex Legends.

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2024-07-29 08:00

Most iconic moments from EWC Week 4

Relive all the excitement from a superb week of games.

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2024-07-28 22:30

Congratulations Crazy Racoons, the first ever Esports World Cup: Overwatch 2 champions after a wild Week 4 weekend.

Crazy Racoons' world-class dive comps allowed them to dominate Championship Sunday.

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2024-07-27 17:00

Alpha7 Esports win first international title at PUBG Mobile World Cup EWC

Alpha7 Esports' consistent performances were rewarded as they finished above REJECT and Tiana

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2024-07-27 16:30

Smart Omega Empress are the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational Winners at EWC

The historic victory might be the biggest upset the EWC has seen so far.

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2024-07-22 09:00

EWC Week 4 Watch Guide - Matches You Shouldn't Miss

Make sure you don't miss a game with PUBG Mobile, MLBB Women's, and Overwatch all to look forward to.

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2024-07-22 08:00

Most Memorable Moments of Esports World Cup Week 3

Week 3 may have been the most captivating yet with incredible moments in CS2, DOTA 2 and more.

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2024-07-21 21:30counter-strike

NAVI Takes the W in the First Ever EWC CS2 Championship

NAVI continued their incredible run all the way to the title after taking down G2 Esports.

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2024-07-21 18:30dota2

Gaimin Gladiators Are Your Riyadh Masters Champions at the Esports World Cup

It was total domination as Gaimin Gladiators claimed the DOTA 2 title on Sunday, July 21st.

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2024-07-19 08:00

Mastercard Becomes Official Partner of Esports World Cup in Riyadh

Sponsorship Enhances Digital Experience and Supports Saudi Vision 2030

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2024-07-15 18:00

Esports World Cup Week 3: Matches You Shouldn't Miss

There is a ton of action in EWC Week 3, including ZywOo popping off in CS2 and the Finals of the Riyadh Masters 2024.

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2024-07-14 23:00dota2

Four Unforgettable Moments From Esports World Cup Week 2

From immaculate team play to hilarious healing wars, here are the most exciting moments from the EWC's action-packed Week 2.

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2024-07-14 22:00

Team Falcons crowned first-ever Esports World Cup: Free Fire Champions.

After struggling in Point Rush, Team Falcons bounced back to become Free Fire's inaugural EWC champions.

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2024-07-14 21:00

Selangor Red Giants win Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid-Season Cup

After a gruelling series versus Falcons AP .Bren, Selangor Red Giants came out on top to win the 2024 Mid-Season Cup.

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2024-07-13 21:00

July 13th Recap: MLBB, DOTA 2, Free Fire

Saturday, July 13th spoiled esports fans with fantastic action from the Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) Semifinals, DOTA 2 Riyadh Masters Group Stages, and Free Fire Point Rush.

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2024-07-11 22:00

Esports World Cup Adds Heinz, Logitech G and Secretlab as Partnered Event Suppliers

Global Brands Support World’s Largest Gaming Festival With Bespoke Activations and Cutting-Edge Gaming Equipment

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2024-07-10 22:00

Mentos Gum Partners with Esports World Cup to Keep Gamers Fresh and De-stressed

Popular Candy Brand Named Exclusive Chewing Gum Sponsor for Global Gaming Festival

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2024-07-10 08:00dota2

Week 2 update: MLBB, DOTA 2, Free Fire

Week 2 is action-packed with Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB), DOTA 2 Riyadh Masters, and the beginning of the Free Fire championships all in one day.

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2024-07-08 17:45league-of-legends

T1 crowned inaugural EWC League of Legends winners

The Esports World Cup started with a bang as T1 became the first-ever EWC League of Legends winners after defeating TOP Esports (TES) 3-1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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2024-07-08 11:30

Team Falcons claim EWC Call of Duty Warzone trophy

Saudi Arabian esports organisation Team Falcons were crowned Call of Duty Warzone EWC champions with an impressive Grand Final points tally of 227.9.

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2024-07-08 00:30

Esports World Cup and Jameel Motorsport Forge Historic Partnership for Unprecedented Esports Event

Jameel Motorsport Announces Founding Partnership with Esports World Cup

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2024-07-08 00:00

Esports World Cup Announces Amazon as Its Official Ecommerce Partner to Establish Exclusive Gaming Hub

Online Hub on Amazon.sa and Amazon.ae will deliver Live Esports broadcasts via Amazon Ads integration of Twitch streams in KSA and big discounts and deals to customers

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2024-07-08 00:00

Matches You Shouldn't Miss - Week 2 of the Esports World Cup

After a phenomenal first week of the Esports World Cup, week 2 will bring more action for Dota 2, ML:BB, and Free Fire!

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2024-07-07 15:45league-of-legends

T1 and Top Esports to meet in League of Legends finals at inaugural Esports World Cup

Only two of the eight League of Legends esports teams who traveled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to compete in the inaugural Esports World Cup remain standing.

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2024-07-06 15:15

EWC Warzone Finals: Players and Predictions

The Esports World Cup Call Of Duty Warzone Finals are going down today, with 14 teams dropping in for a chance to take their share of the $1,000,000 USD prize pool and, of course, the first ever EWC Warzone Championship title.

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2024-07-01 22:45

Unilever and Esports World Cup Team Up for Fresh and Stylish Partnership

The Esports World Cup Foundation have partnered with Unilever's CLEAR MEN Shampoo and AXE Body Spray for the Esports World Cup

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2024-07-01 22:30

Esports World Cup and HONOR Sign Technology Partnership for Mobile Competitions

HONOR 200 Pro Named Official Smartphone of the Historic Esports Event

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2024-07-01 22:15

TikTok Becomes Official Entertainment Platform for EWC, Launching Dedicated Hub for Unparalleled Esports Coverage and Engagement

TikTok is set to enhance the Esports World Cup (EWC) experience by introducing a dedicated EWC Hub within the app.

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2024-07-01 22:00

Esports World Cup and Aramco Announce Strategic Partnership

Global Energy Brand Extends Relationship with World’s Largest Gaming Festival in Riyadh

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2024-07-01 21:45

Riyadh’s New Global Sport Conference Unveils Dates for 2024 Event and Major Expansion

The Esports World Cup Foundation today revealed details of the second edition of the New Global Sport Conference (NGSC) 2024.

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2024-06-27 15:00

Pepsi To Energize Esports World Cup In New Partnership

Pepsi To Energize Esports World Cup In New Partnership

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2024-06-27 11:00

Esports World Cup Partners with LG UltraGear™ Gaming Monitors to Elevate Global Gaming Experience

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) today announced a landmark partnership with LG UltraGear™ Gaming Monitors, a leading innovator in the gaming industry, for the upcoming Esports World Cup (EWC). As the Main Partner and Exclusive Gaming Monitor Sponsor, LG UltraGear™ will provide cutting-edge technology to empower the world's top esports athletes and deliver an unparalleled viewing experience for fans at the world's largest gaming festival this summer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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2024-06-26 11:00

stc Group Announced as Elite Partner of First Esports World Cup to Create Unparalleled Gaming Experience

stc Group has been announced as an Elite and Founding Partner to the inaugural Esports World Cup.

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2024-06-24 22:00

EWC Week 1 Overview

Dive into the thrilling first week of the EWC 2024, featuring intense competitions in Dota 2, League of Legends, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and Call of Duty: Warzone.

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2024-06-20 13:00

Adidas Levels Up Esports World Cup with Exclusive Gear

Partnership Champions Digital Athletes, Outfits Global Gaming Festival

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2024-06-20 13:00

KITKAT Partners with Esports World Cup for Gamers to “Have a Break”

This collaboration is all about embracing the "Have a Break" philosophy and recognizing the importance of strategic pauses in gaming and in life!

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2024-06-19 11:30

Esports World Cup | Explainer

BEST GAMES. BEST PLAYERS. BEST CLUBS. $60M+ PRIZE MONEY.

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2024-06-12 07:30

Esports World Cup Adds Call of Duty™: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty®: Warzone Competitions

Final Inclusions Make Summer 2024 Event Largest-Ever Multi-Game Esports Tournament

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2024-06-07 07:30

Esports World Cup and the Esports Awards Announce Three-Year Partnership

Historic Esports Event Named New Host of the World’s Most Prestigious Night in the Esports Calendar.

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2024-05-06 06:00

30 TOP ESPORTS CLUBS JOIN ESPORTS WORLD CUP FOUNDATION CLUB SUPPORT PROGRAM

The Program Will Strengthen Esports Organizations and Promote Sustainable Competitive Landscape

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2024-04-30 08:00

The Ultimate Guide to the Esports World Cup: July 3 - August 25

Get ready for the thrill of competitive gaming as the Esports World Cup kicks off this summer from July 3rd to August 25th.

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2024-04-16 05:00

LIFE-CHANGING $60,000,000+ PRIZE MONEY

This life-changing sum is the largest prize pool ever awarded in the history of esports.

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2024-04-12 05:00

APEX LEGENDS X EWC

Apex Legends drops into the Esports World Cup, ready for high-intensity battle royale!

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2024-04-04 04:00

ESL R1 X EWC

ESL R1 elevates racing esports, inviting the world’s best drivers to compete on its realistic circuits.

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2024-03-30 07:00

LEAGUE OF LEGENDS X EWC

League of Legends showcases strategic depth and epic battles at the Esports World Cup, cementing its esports legacy.

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2024-03-30 05:15

TEAMFIGHT TACTICS X EWC

Riot Games’ Teamfight Tactics (TFT) has redefined strategy in esports with its auto-battler gameplay

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2024-03-28 06:30

TEKKEN 8 X EWC

Tekken 8 enters the Esports World Cup, showcasing epic duels with groundbreaking mechanics!

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2024-03-25 06:30

STREET FIGHTER X EWC

Street Fighter 6 brings its iconic fights to the Esports World Cup arena!

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2024-03-20 09:00

EA FC24 X EWC

EA FC24 kicks off its next chapter at the Esports World Cup with top-class football action!

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2024-03-13 07:00

ROCKET LEAGUE X EWC

The arena at the EWC awaits the world's best Rocket League players!

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2024-03-12 07:00

FORTNITE X EWC

A brand new competitive UEFN Island experience is coming!

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2024-03-11 07:00

OVERWATCH 2 X EWC

Overwatch 2 debuts at the inaugural season of the Esports World Cup!

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2024-03-05 07:00

RAINBOW SIX SIEGE X EWC

Elite tactical battles await in Rainbow Six Siege at Esports World Cup!

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2024-02-28 08:45

PUBG MOBILE X EWC

Once again, Riyadh welcomes the global PUBG MOBILE community!

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2024-02-25 07:00

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS X EWC

PUBG: Battlegrounds players from all over the world are dropping into the Esports World Cup!

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2024-02-22 07:00

FREE FIRE X EWC

Esports World Cup to host one of the biggest tournaments in the history of Free Fire!

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2024-02-19 07:00

HONOR OF KINGS X EWC

Honor of Kings continues its expansion into the global communities!

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2024-02-05 07:00

DOTA 2 X EWC

Riyadh Masters returns with its third instalment at the Esports World Cup!

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2024-02-03 07:00

COUNTER-STRIKE 2 X EWC

Counter-Strike 2 ignites Esports World Cup!

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2024-02-02 07:00

STARCRAFT II X EWC

Welcoming the world's most historic esport!

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2024-01-23 07:00

MOBILE LEGENDS: BANG BANG

Esports World Cup opens its game lineup with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.

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2023-10-24 07:30

ESPORTS WORLD CUP SET TO GROW COMPETITIVE GAMING FROM SUMMER 2024

The Esports World Cup will not only continue the legacy of Gamers8 but will keep growing it to the next level.

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2023-10-24 07:30

STAR STUDDED NEW GLOBAL SPORT CONFERENCE CONCLUDES IN RIYADH

The inaugural New Global Sport Conference co-hosted by the Saudi Esports Federation and Saudi Arabia Ministry of Sport, featured industry heavy weights.

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2023-10-24 06:00

HRH CROWN PRINCE ANNOUNCES ESPORTS WORLD CUP

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of the Esports World Cup, which will be held annually in Riyadh starting summer 2024

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