Esports World Cup 2026 Kicks Off in Paris, Group Stage Results Announced

The Esports World Cup 2026 has begun in Paris, featuring 32 top teams competing for a $2 million prize pool and EWC Club Championship points. Group stage results are emerging for titles like Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2, with chess players Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura also advancing. Running until August 23, the event aims to crown the world's strongest esports organization.