The news is out: Esports now has its own equivalent to the Olympic Games! This monumental step was highlighted by Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF), as an exceptional chance for gaming pros worldwide.
The Esports World Cup Foundation was established with the aim of fostering a sustainable expansion of the esports sector globally. International tournaments offer an exceptional means to narrow the divide between esports and conventional sports, making competitive gaming more integrated into the cultural tapestry of nations worldwide, and presenting it as the pinnacle of athletic achievement that every athlete yearns to conquer.
Proudly, we’re one of the Initial Collaborators for the Olympic Video Game Tournaments, teaming up with the IOC to construct a lasting and thrilling esports presence at the Olympic level. We eagerly anticipate the fruition of this alliance and are excited to behold the extraordinary skills of players representing their nations.
Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) will become the Founding Partner of the Olympic Esports Games
Last summer, I was thrilled to be part of history as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced the creation of the Olympic Esports Games during their 142nd Session. Excitingly, they’re teaming up with the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) for its organization!
In this collaboration, the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) will serve as the Initiator of the Olympic Esports Games. The partnership between IOC and EWCF is intended to make a lasting impression, connecting esports with conventional sports and broadening chances for players and teams from various nations to participate.
In their role as the Founding Partner for the Olympic Esports Games, the Electronic Sports and Gaming Federation (EWCF) contributes its knowledge in game selection, tournament design, and interaction with the gaming community to foster advancements in the creation of the Olympic Esports Games. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and EWCF will work closely with major partners to establish qualification routes, improve fair competition, and align national esports ecosystems with international standards for a global perspective.
The EWCF serves as a non-profit entity dedicated to nurturing and advancing the global expansion and maturity of both esports and video gaming. Acting as the main force behind the Esports World Cup, the EWCF strives to uplift the sector by designing competitive frameworks, fortifying the esports community, and upholding the fairness, longevity, and prosperity of esports worldwide.
At a meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in February, the key discussion centered around the collaboration between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Saudi Olympic Committee (SOPC). The meeting was attended by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, IOC President Thomas Bach, the President of SOPC and Minister of Sports, HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal.
The Road to the Olympic Esports Games starting this year
2027’s collaborative efforts and event preparations have garnered comments from delegates of both international and Saudi decision-making groups.
As a gamer, I’m thrilled to share that we now have a definitive path towards the groundbreaking first-ever Olympic Esports Games! The journey to these games starts this year, making them more tangible than ever before. This is another powerful testament to the strong bond between the IOC and SOPC in multiple fields. – Said President Bach
The path toward the inaugural Olympic Esports Games has become evident, as a mutually agreeable timeline has been established for all involved parties. Commencing in 2025 marks the beginning of the journey to the Olympic Esports Games. With the International Olympic Committee (IOC), there is a strong sense of forward momentum, unity, and clarity regarding our future plans. The emphasis now lies on execution and successful delivery.
Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal has expressed eagerness about Saudi Arabia’s upcoming role in hosting global esports events, aiming to fulfill the aspirations of numerous gaming athletes. Similar growth and fresh chances are emerging in all sports within the Kingdom, signaling an invigorating future ahead for everyone involved.
At a period of escalating popularity for sports in Saudi Arabia, the alliance between the IOC and SOPC is established. The Kingdom has hosted over 100 international sporting events, catering to athletes of both genders, ranging from esports and football to motorsports, tennis, equestrian, and golf. These events have drawn in excess of three million sports enthusiasts.
Sports engagement across the nation has significantly grown over the past few years, nearly doubling since 2015 and approaching half of our entire population. Furthermore, the count of sports federations has multiplied by three, climbing from 32 to 97 during this period.
A collaborative team made up of members from both the IOC (International Olympic Committee) and SOPC (Sports Organization for Peace and Development in Asia) has been established to oversee the organization of the Games. This committee is presided over by Ser Miang Ng, an IOC member, and HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal, who serves as co-chair. The team includes six members total, three from each partner, and they are presently engaged in determining which games will be included in the inaugural Olympic Esports Games.
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