Current Affairs - Sports - Discussion

The inaugural Olympic Esports Games will be hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2027 as part of a 12-year agreement. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is organizing this event to tap into the growing popularity of Esports and attract younger audiences. Following the success of the Olympic Virtual Series, a six-member committee will be responsible for selecting the games that will be featured in this historic event. This marks a significant step in integrating Esports into the global sporting community under the Olympic framework.