Controversial France-Saudi Arabia Esports Partnership for EWC 2026 in Paris

France is facing criticism for hosting the Saudi-backed Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, with an opening ceremony featuring Aya Nakamura, as the Elysée endorses the kingdom's growing dominance in the sector.

8 Jul, 23:54 — 8 Jul, 23:54

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EWC 2026 in Paris: Behind the scenes of the controversial partnership between France and Saudi Arabia in esports

By hosting this Saudi video game tournament in Paris, with an opening ceremony on Wednesday, July 8, featuring a concert by Aya Nakamura, the Elysée is endorsing the kingdom's dominance in the sector – but not without facing criticism from the French esports community.

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Controversial France-Saudi Arabia Esports Partnership for EWC 2026 in Paris

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