Saudi Arabia’s plan to establish the Esports World Cup as a recurring event has been set in motion: The all-encompassing “celebration of esports” will make a return in 2025. A location hasn’t been locked in, but it’s believed the EWC will remain in the region.
The announcement came as the Esports World Cup wrapped up this weekend with PUBG, Rocket League, the Esports Awards, and the closing ceremony capping off nearly two months of action in Riyadh. Saudi-backed organization Team Falcons, who participated in just about every esport running at the event, was crowned the champions of 2024 via the club championship ladder, taking home a monstrous $7 million prize.
