The 2026 Esports World Cup kicked off in Paris, France, setting the stage for seven weeks of competition bringing together top esports clubs and players from around the world at the Porte de Versailles Exhibition Centre, running until August 23. The tournament features 25 championships across 24 popular games, along with a comprehensive program of fan events, entertainment, and interactive experiences, blending sports competition with the latest entertainment concepts and attracting esports enthusiasts from across the globe. More than 2,000 players representing over 200 clubs from 100 countries are competing for a record total prize pool exceeding $75 million, reflecting the event's global reach and status as the largest annual esports event. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the event includes competitions in top esports genres including FPS, MOBA, strategy, battle royale, fighting, racing, sports, Teamfight Tactics (TFT), and chess. The Esports World Cup continues to cement its position as the largest annual global event celebrating esports and gaming, bringing together top clubs and players on a single competitive platform to crown the world club champion, in an event that embodies the rapid growth of the sector and continues to write a new chapter in esports history.