The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced stc Group as the Elite and Founding Partner of the inaugural Esports World Cup (EWC). The event will be hosted at the state-of-the-art Riyadh Boulevard City from July 3 to August 25, 2024. The partnership was formalized at an official signing ceremony attended by Faisal Alsaber, Group Chief Commercial Officer, and Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports World Cup Foundation.
Unparalleled Connectivity and Innovation
As part of this groundbreaking partnership, stc Group will deliver seamless connectivity across all EWC venues, ensuring an unrivaled competitive gaming experience. Known for its innovative approach and advanced technological integrations in gaming, stc Group is set to elevate the esports scene for both professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Exclusive Venue Naming Rights
stc Group will also be the naming partner for three key venues at the event: stc Arena, stc Play Gaming Hall, and stc TV World Cup Studios. These venues will showcase dynamic and immersive digital and gaming experiences, highlighting stc Group’s pivotal role in the festival and reinforcing its commitment to advancing the esports industry in the Kingdom. The stc Arena and World Cup Studios will host esports matches, while the Gaming Hall will be a hub for community tournaments and other exciting activities.
Leadership and Vision
“I’m proud to welcome stc Group, a telecommunications giant and digital pioneer, as an Elite and Founding Partner of the Esports World Cup,” said Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports World Cup Foundation. “stc Group is the digital backbone of our competitions and will bring EWC content to local and global audiences. Their support means we’re not only going to offer exceptional digital access for fans and athletes but can take the Esports World Cup to the next level.”
Olayan Alwetaid, CEO of stc Group, expressed his excitement: “Our partnership with the Esports World Cup is a testament to our vision for the future of gaming. We are thrilled to be deploying our seamless world-class connectivity, enabling the Kingdom to become the premier global hub for gaming. stc Group is committed to bringing this event to life with innovative technological solutions, showcasing the vast scale and scope of our services.”
Engaging Activities and Real-Time Streaming
Throughout the EWC, stc play, the leading gaming platform for both amateur and professional gamers, will feature engaging activities, including an ongoing prediction segment for all tournaments. The stc play app will allow participants to register for community tournaments held in the stc play Gaming Hall, one of the festival’s major venues.
Furthermore, stc tv, an industry-leading streaming service, will stream all EWC tournaments on its platform, ensuring viewers can watch the action unfold in real-time. This collaboration underscores the commitment of both stc Group and the Esports World Cup to promoting the growth of the gaming industry in the Kingdom, aligning with Vision 2030 objectives of becoming a premier gaming hub.
Mark your calendars for July 3, 2024, as Riyadh transforms into the epicenter of esports and gaming culture with an eight-week extravaganza. The festival will feature gaming activities, community tournaments, pop culture festivities, international experiences, and more. Fans can witness top athletes and clubs compete in 20 Game Championships for a share of over $60 million in prize money—the largest prize pool in esports history.
