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Riyadh

capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia

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  • 6d ago

    Esports World Cup 2026 kicks off in Paris with 2,000 players and a $75 million prize pool

    The Esports World Cup, relocated from Riyadh due to Middle East conflict, has opened at Paris's Porte de Versailles with 2,000 gamers competing across 25 titles for $75 million.

  • Jul 1

    WTA Finals to move from Saudi Arabia to Indian Wells after early end to hosting deal

    The season-ending championship leaves Saudi Arabia two years into a three-year agreement, with Indian Wells stepping in to host the November 8–15 event.

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