E-sport

You are here

icon
info picture
Macron awards Esports World Cup trophy in finale attended by Saudi crown prince

Macron awards Esports World Cup trophy in finale attended by Saudi crown prince

  • Champion AG.AL’s $7 million take is the biggest prize in esports history
  • More than 2,000 players competed in the EWC’s first foreign stop
By Arab News ·
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron attended the closing ceremony of the EWC. (SPA) video

Saudi crown prince attends closing ceremony of Esports World Cup in Paris

By Arab News ·
Fan Festival at the Esports World Cup in Paris. (Supplied)

How Esports World Cup went global with 2026 edition’s move from Riyadh to Paris

By Ali Khaled ·
Twisted Minds CEO sees bright commercial future for esports in the Kingdom video

Twisted Minds CEO sees bright commercial future for esports in the Kingdom

By Ali Khaled ·
Esports World Cup 2026 reveals player outfits in new Paris collection

Esports World Cup 2026 reveals player outfits in new Paris collection

By Arab News ·
‘The dream’: FaZe Clan secure victory in Rainbow 6 Siege at Esports World Cup 2026 after flawless tournament run

‘The dream’: FaZe Clan secure victory in Rainbow 6 Siege at Esports World Cup 2026 after flawless tournament run

By Ali Khaled ·
Inside the Esports World Cup 2026 Fan Fest: Where gaming, culture and community meet

Inside the Esports World Cup 2026 Fan Fest: Where gaming, culture and community meet

By Ali Khaled ·
Special ‘Impressive’: Karim Benzema praises Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris and shares love of gaming

‘Impressive’: Karim Benzema praises Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris and shares love of gaming

By Ali Khaled ·
Esports World Cup brings gaming to Paris landmark with Champs-Elysees showcase

Esports World Cup brings gaming to Paris landmark with Champs-Elysees showcase

By Arlette Khouri ·
Beyond Borders: How MENA talent is shaping Esports World Cup 2026

Beyond Borders: How MENA talent is shaping Esports World Cup 2026

By Ali Khaled ·
Esports World Cup 2026 set to crown 4 champions in Paris

Esports World Cup 2026 set to crown 4 champions in Paris

By Ali Khaled ·
Esports Foundation and adidas announce partnership to outfit every team at inaugural Esports Nations Cup

Esports Foundation and adidas announce partnership to outfit every team at inaugural Esports Nations Cup

By Arab News ·
‘Opportunities are bigger’: MENA’s EA Sports FC stars highlight the region’s growing presence at EWC 2026

‘Opportunities are bigger’: MENA’s EA Sports FC stars highlight the region’s growing presence at EWC 2026

By Ali Khaled ·

Video

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron attended the closing ceremony of the EWC. (SPA) video

Saudi crown prince attends closing ceremony of Esports World Cup in Paris

video

Twisted Minds CEO sees bright commercial future for esports in the Kingdom

More in Videos

Editor’s Choice

Middle East

Libya enters new political phase with two-year election roadmap

Libya enters new political phase with two-year election roadmap
Middle East

Frankly Speaking: How prepared is Yemen’s military to confront Houthi escalation?

Frankly Speaking: How prepared is Yemen’s military to confront Houthi escalation?
Middle East

How climate shocks deepen food and water insecurity across the Arab world

How climate shocks deepen food and water insecurity across the Arab world

Latest updates

It ‘hurts’ says Messi as he retires from international football

It ‘hurts’ says Messi as he retires from international football

Al-Hilal and Karim Benzema agree to terminate contract after 6 months

Al-Hilal and Karim Benzema agree to terminate contract after 6 months

5 talking points from Matchday 4 of Saudi Pro League

5 talking points from Matchday 4 of Saudi Pro League

Emirates Dubai 7s set for expanded edition in November

Emirates Dubai 7s set for expanded edition in November

Sharjah Self-Defence win the 2026 No-Gi Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Sharjah Self-Defence win the 2026 No-Gi Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Search form

Print Edition
Read pdf version Subscribe now
© 2026 SAUDI RESEARCH & PUBLISHING COMPANY, All Rights Reserved And subject to Terms of Use Agreement.