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Second Esports World Cup Launches in Riyadh With Record $70 Million Prize Pool

Global broadcast partnerships deliver live coverage in 140 countries for the event’s inaugural cross-game Club Championship

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Overview

  • The 2025 Esports World Cup brings together more than 2,000 elite players representing 200 clubs in 25 tournaments across 24 titles.
  • The pioneering Club Championship rewards the top-performing club with a $7 million grand prize based on cross-game points.
  • The event will produce over 7,000 hours of live programming in 35 languages through major OTT and broadcast partners.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo and Magnus Carlsen serve as global ambassadors and Post Malone headlined the sold-out opening ceremony.
  • Specialized esports visas and government-backed safety protocols have streamlined entry for international participants under Saudi Vision 2030.