For the first-ever Olympic Esports Games, the National Olympic Committee of Saudi Arabia and the International Olympic Committee have confirmed their alliance.
The 2025 Olympic Esports Games will take place in Saudi Arabia for the next 12 years. The IOC and the Saudi Arabian NOC released a statement stating that work would commence on choosing a city and site for the first-ever Olympic Esports Games, but they did not disclose any information regarding the event. After the games are formally approved by the IOC Board, preparations will begin.
“We are very fortunate to be able to work with the Saudi NOC on the Olympic Esports Games, because it has great – if not unique – expertise in the field of esports with all its stakeholders. The Olympic Esports Games will greatly benefit from this experience,” said IOC President Thomas Bach.
This marks the beginning of something historic with the Olympic Games recognising competitive gaming as a sport. Having it included with the rest of the sports would only increase its mainstream acceptance in the world.
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