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World · Middle East · published 2026-08-23 · via France 24

Saudi crown prince attends Paris esports final as kingdom expands gaming influence

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is in Paris for a two-day visit, attending the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, which is organized and financed by Saudi Arabia. The event underscores the kingdom's growing role in the global esports industry. President Emmanuel Macron is hosting the crown prince for the ceremony.

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