Esports World Cup Not Canceled, Moved to Paris
The organizer of the Esports World Cup stated that cancellation is not an option, confirming the tournament has been moved from Saudi Arabia to Paris due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
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The organizer of the Esports World Cup stated that cancellation is not an option, confirming the tournament has been moved from Saudi Arabia to Paris due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Indian chess player Aravindh has made history by becoming the first from his country to qualify for the prestigious Esports World Cup.

The Esports World Cup 2026 has been moved from Saudi Arabia to France, a decision made amidst escalating conflict in the Middle East.
EFG is the ‘engine room’ of Esports World Cup Arab News
The 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC), originally scheduled to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been moved to Paris due to security concerns stemming from the ongoing Iran-U.S. war. The Esports Foundation announced the relocation late last week.