Esports World Cup Paris Edition Underscores Saudi Arabia's Global Industry Leadership

   Riyadh, August 24, 2026, SPA -- The 2026 Esports World Cup, whose competitions concluded in Paris, highlighted Saudi Arabia's growing role in shaping the future of the global gaming and esports industry.
   The Paris edition demonstrated the Esports World Cup's ability to move onto the international stage while maintaining its identity as a platform that brings together professional competitions, entertainment and fan engagement.
   The Esports Foundation, as the tournament's owner and operator, led the development of the Esports World Cup as a global multi-game tournament. Meanwhile, ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), owned by Savvy Games Group, served as the tournament's official operational partner, translating the foundation's strategic ambitions into operational reality.
   Preparing the Paris edition presented an operational challenge given the tournament's scale, the diversity of its competitions, and the complexity of its production operations. It required establishing an integrated operational system within a short period following the conclusion of the Intel Extreme Masters Cologne Major 2026 in Germany, demonstrating the ability to manage extensive international operations spanning competitions, media production, broadcasting, and fan experiences.
   -- SPA