The Esports World Cup (EWC) is making history by welcoming chess into its 2025 lineup, signaling a bold expansion into strategic and intellectual gaming. Speaking about the collaboration, Carlsen expressed excitement, calling it “an amazing opportunity to showcase chess to a wide group of esports fans.” Chess will be the first confirmed title for the EWC 2025, with players earning their spots through Chess.com’s Champions Chess Tour (CCT). The CCT will feature two qualifying events in 2025, with the top 12 players receiving direct invitations to the EWC. MSC 2025: A Global Stage in Riyadh Scheduled from July 10 to August 2, 2025, MSC 2025 will be hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the Esports World Cup. Read more in our articles including "Chess Joins Esports World Cup 2025 with Magnus Carlsen as Ambassador" and "Team Liquid PH and ONIC PH to Represent the Philippines at MSC 2025 in Riyadh".
The Esports World Cup (EWC) is making history by welcoming chess into its 2025 lineup, signaling a bold expansion into strategic and intellectual gaming. Speaking about the collaboration, Carlsen expressed excitement, calling it “an amazing opportunity to showcase chess to a wide group of esports fans.” Chess will be the first confirmed title for the EWC 2025, with players earning their spots through Chess.com’s Champions Chess Tour (CCT).
The CCT will feature two qualifying events in 2025, with the top 12 players receiving direct invitations to the EWC. MSC 2025: A Global Stage in Riyadh Scheduled from July 10 to August 2, 2025, MSC 2025 will be hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the Esports World Cup.
Our coverage of EWC Riyadh 2025 includes: "Chess Joins Esports World Cup 2025 with Magnus Carlsen as Ambassador"; "Team Liquid PH and ONIC PH to Represent the Philippines at MSC 2025 in Riyadh"; "Esports World Cup 2025 Reveals Exciting Lineup of Games". Each article provides unique insights and information.