#esports medal events

The 2026 Asian Games is taking esports to the next level, officially announcing eleven titles as medalled events in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. By 2022, the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, elevated esports to official medalled status for the first time. A total of eight medal events were scheduled, with additional demonstration events in Robotics and VR. The inclusion of major titles such as Tekken, Street Fighter, and King of Fighters highlights the increasing recognition of esports within competitive sporting events. Riot Games has unveiled the host locations for its international League of Legends esports events in 2026 and 2027, marking a global celebration of the game’s competitive scene. Fans won’t have to wait until 2026 for international action in the region, as Canada will host the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) in 2025, highlighting Riot's commitment to bringing esports events to new and established audiences. Whalen Rozelle praised the region's passion for esports, stating, “Brazilian fans bring amazing energy to live events, and we’re excited to kick off the season in such a vibrant esports community.” Meanwhile, MSI 2026 will take place in South Korea, a country synonymous with League of Legends esports excellence. The collaboration brings Red Bull’s signature high-energy branding and entertainment-driven approach to one of the world’s most-watched mobile esports events. Read more in our articles including "2026 Asian Games Confirms 11 Esports Games as Medalled Events" and "Riot Games Reveals Host Locations for Major League of Legends Esports Events in 2026 and 2027".