Grand finale of world gaming competition takes place amid location's controversy
undefined 27, 2024
The Esports World Cup finale takes place today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after eight weeks with 1,500 gamers. Featuring 21 games and a $60M prize pool, it saw 56 UK players and seven UK clubs. However, the event faced backlash over Saudi Arabia's human rights record and stance on LGBT+ rights. Critics argue the location overshadowed the competition's achievements, while some, like gamer Emma Rose, chose to participate to advocate for inclusion.
Read full article
