The Esports World Cup (EWC) scheduled for 2026 is moving from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Paris, France for the first time in the event’s history. Multiple outlets report that the Esports Foundation announces the change following an extended evaluation process and citing the current regional situation, including security concerns linked to wider tensions in the Middle East. The event will be held in Paris from early July through late August 2026, with reported dates ranging from July 6 (or July 7) to August 23 (or August 24). Previous editions of the tournament have taken place in Riyadh, and Paris is described as the first international host city for the competition. The relocation is also presented as aligning with the Esports Foundation’s longer-term plan to rotate the EWC among different countries. Coverage additionally notes that the regional conflict has affected confidence in travel and participation timing for players and teams. Organizers say the decision is meant to maintain the tournament schedule and support a safe, reliable event environment.
Esports World Cup 2026 moves from Riyadh to Paris amid regional security concerns
The Esports World Cup (EWC) scheduled for 2026 is moving from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Paris, France for the first time in the event’s history. Multiple outlets report that the Esports Foundation annou...
- The Esports World Cup 2026 is set to be hosted in Paris, France instead of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Organizers cite an extended evaluation process and the current regional security situation for the move.
- This is the first time the event is held outside Saudi Arabia; Paris is the first international host city.
- The event dates in Paris are reported as about July 6/7 through August 23/24, 2026.
- The Esports Foundation says the relocation fits a longer-term plan to rotate the tournament across countries.
The regional conflict has raised doubts over the organiser’s ability to ensure players can travel to the region on time.
3 months agoThe 2026 Esports World Cup will be held outside Saudi Arabia for the first time in the event’s history, taking place in Paris, France, from July 6 through August 23. The Esports Foundation made the announcement, stating that “following an extended evaluation process, and in light of the current regional situation, the Esports Foundation decided […]
3 months agoThe 2026 Esports World Cup will be held outside Saudi Arabia for the first time in the event’s history, taking place in Paris, France, from July 6 through August 23. The Esports Foundation made the announcement, stating that “following an extended evaluation process, and in light of the current regional situation, the Esports Foundation decided […]
3 months agoThe 2026 edition of the Esports World Cup (EWC), which was due to take place in Saudi Arabia’s capital of Riyadh this summer, has been moved to Paris due to security concerns linked to the Iran-U.S. war. The Esports Foundation (EWCF) announced late Wednesday that the event will run from July 7 to August 24 […]
3 months agoThe Esports World Cup 2026 will be hosted in Paris, France from July 6 to August 23, marking the first time the event will take place outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made by the Esports Foundation, which said Paris becomes the first international host city for the tournament following previous editions held in Riyadh. According to the Esports Foundation, the move is part of its long-term plan to rotate the Esports World Cup across different countries. The organization also said the decision was accelerated following evaluations tied to the current regional situation, while aiming to provide […]...Keep on reading: Esports World Cup 2026 heads to Paris, France
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