كأس العالم للرياضات الإلكترونية 2025- انطلاقة تاريخية من الرياض
Boulevard Riyadh City, situated in Saudi Arabia’s bustling capital, is preparing to host the spectacular launch of the Esports World Cup 2025 on Thursday evening, an event destined to captivate audiences with a breathtaking drone show and an exuberant fireworks display.
According to announcements from the tournament’s official sources, which is returning to Riyadh for its highly anticipated second year, the mesmerizing drone show will commence at precisely 9:00 PM, followed by a radiant display of fireworks at 10:15 PM, promising an unforgettable visual experience.
In perfect synchronization with the grand opening, pervasive media coverage and high-definition live broadcasts will transport the electric atmosphere and thrilling competitions of the event to fervent esports enthusiasts spanning 140 countries. These broadcasts will be expertly translated into over 35 languages, facilitated by a vast network of more than 90 dedicated media partners.
This year’s iteration of the Esports World Cup presents an astonishing 7,000+ hours of engrossing content spread over seven weeks, from July 7 to August 24. The action will unfold across four primary arenas and 26 meticulously designed studios, all overseen by a proficient international team of over 550 experts. This monumental undertaking not only represents the most expansive media experience in esports history but also the second largest in the realm of global sports, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s unwavering dedication to pioneering esports and establishing itself as a preeminent global leader in the domain.
The global broadcast footprint encompasses a multitude of prominent media outlets and platforms, including:
• FOX Sports, NBC, DAZN in the United States of America
• Eurosport, L’Equipe across Europe
• MBC, TOD.tv, TRT, ITV in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
• SuperSport, StarTimes throughout the African continent
• Channel 7, Astro, Abema, Kuaishou, Douyin, NAVER in the expansive Asia-Pacific region
• Furthermore, all competitions will be accessible via livestream on popular platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok.
From an intricate production perspective, the event leverages over 5,550 meters of robust steel structures, integrating 3,000 square meters of dazzling LED screens and 2,600 state-of-the-art lighting units. The entire operation is meticulously managed by a team of over 550 broadcast professionals and 300 on-site staff members, utilizing 325 wireless devices, 250 sophisticated control panels, and an impressive array of 175 cameras. These cameras are seamlessly linked to 41 powerful servers to ensure pristine live coverage and instant replays, all comprehensively distributed across four central arenas and four strategically positioned side stages. This cutting-edge infrastructure vividly demonstrates Saudi Arabia’s aspiration to cultivate an immersive experience that masterfully blends thrilling competition, active engagement, and unparalleled digital broadcasting standards.
The 2024 edition garnered substantial attention with over 500 million viewers, amassing an extraordinary 252 million hours watched. The event reached a peak concurrency of 6.3 million viewers and achieved television coverage across 311 million households. The content was delivered via over 2,000 distribution platforms, generating a staggering 3.5 billion impressions and an estimated $1.2 billion in media valuation. This solidifies the Esports World Cup's standing as one of the most expansive and culturally significant sporting events worldwide.
This year's forward-thinking media strategy underscores collaboration with esteemed content creators and influential figures, accentuating a contemporary approach to digital entertainment. This strategic partnership further solidifies the Esports World Cup’s position as a pivotal form of entertainment for the upcoming generation.
Looking ahead to 2025, the highly anticipated tournament will showcase more than 2,000 accomplished professional players representing 200 clubs from over 100 countries. These elite competitors will engage in 25 tournaments encompassing 24 distinct titles, competing for a record-breaking prize pool exceeding $70 million — the richest purse in esports history.