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Coverage dated August 23, 2026

Saudi Arabia asserts its dominance over Esports as MBS arrives in Paris for 'World Cup'

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Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives in France for a two-day visit this Sunday. President Emmanuel Macron is hosting the crown prince for the closing ceremony of the so-called Esports World Cup in Paris… which is organised and financed by the Saudis.

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    Saudi Arabia asserts its dominance over Esports as MBS arrives in Paris for 'World Cup' (opens France 24)

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    Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives in France for a two-day visit this Sunday. President Emmanuel Macron is hosting the crown prince for the closing ceremony of the so-called Esports World Cup in Paris… which is organised and financed by the Saudis.

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