The 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) will be held in Riyadh from July 7 to August 24, bringing together over 2,000 players from more than 200 clubs to compete in 25 tournaments across 24 major gaming titles. Organized by the Esports World Cup Foundation and backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the event features a record-breaking prize pool exceeding $70 million. With global football star Cristiano Ronaldo as the official ambassador, the EWC blends high-stakes esports competition with entertainment, reinforcing Riyadh’s growing status as a global gaming hub under Saudi Vision 2030.