Esports World Cup 2026 Moved to Paris Amid Regional Tensions

The upcoming Esports World Cup, set to take place from July 6 to August 23, 2026, has been unexpectedly relocated from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to Paris, France. This significant change, announced shortly before the event, is attributed to escalating regional tensions stemming from the Iran-United States conflict. Despite the venue shift, the tournament will proceed with a record-breaking prize pool of over $75 million across 25 competitions.