The Saudi-backed Esports World Cup’s foundation is setting up a program that gives esports organizations who participate in the EWC Club Program a chance to be eligible for an annual six-figure payout.
Riot Games isreportedly interestedin featuring its League of Legends teams from its top close circuit leagues in the event, making it a historic event in terms of the games feature, prize pool, and team prominence.
Esports World Cup announced EWC Club Program
Six teams will be able to apply for the program through an open application, with 22 have been given direct invitations. The participating teams have not been announced, the open application period ends on February 15.
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The announcement stipulated that teams accepted into the program that show “competitive excellence, draw the most viewership, and generate social engagement leading up to and during the World Cup” will be able to receive an annual six-figure sum.
“This incentive will offer a sustainable opportunity for the Clubs to maximize their participation in the World Cup, based not just on their competitive performance but also on their ability to grow their international esports fanbase,” theannouncement said.
Teams in the club will not be guaranteed spots at the event, however, as even those who win the award will have to use “traditional methods to earn their spot in the tournament for each game,” according to a press release.
Declan McLaughlin was a Gaming & Esports Writer on Dexerto’s US team, specializing in Valorant and League of Legends. He has bylines at Upcomer and Inven Global.
