Saudi Arabia Hosts E-sports World Cup in Paris
Saudi Arabia succeeded in passing the esports World Cup organization test after relocating the event to Paris, with ticket sales exceeding 150,000 and viewership of the competitions increasing, especially in "League of Legends" and "PUBG Mobile," which achieved their highest viewing numbers in five years. The event saw broad participation from Saudi teams, who won three titles out of 25 tournaments. Additionally, the presence of the Saudi Crown Prince and the French President helped enhance the tournament's political and media stature. Despite logistical and visa challenges, the event demonstrated the sector’s capability to host a global event with prize pools exceeding $75 million, reaffirming Saudi Arabia's position as a major driver in the global gaming industry, which surpassed $200 billion in revenue in 2024.
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