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India to compete in OXY 2024 for the first time ever, ESFI unveils student roster for Sochi
Team India (DOTA2) topped the leaderboard of the South Asia Qualifiers for OXY 2024, which were held online from 22nd – 26th Aug 2024 and secured its slot for the main event which will be held from October 21 to 26, 2024 in Sochi, Russia.
The Indian Team put on a stellar performance in the South Asian Qualifiers, dominating across, and secured 1st position amongst Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Pakistan and Bangladesh, winning all but one of their matches. Their journey to the top was nothing short of remarkable, securing the top spot and, more significantly, earning their first-ever appearance at the prestigious Sochi-based tournament. The OXY 2024 event organized by the Russian Esports Federation, officially titled “Открытые киберспортивные студенческие игры” (Open Esports Student Games), is poised to be a major international esports competition for students. This year marks India’s debut in this prestigious event, which will feature 38 national teams from around the globe. India’s participation adds an exciting new chapter to the country’s expanding presence in the global esports arena.
ESFI President Shri Vinod Tiwari commented on the response and the NESC24 selection, stating, “India’s participation in OXY 2024 is a tremendous opportunity for our student players, offering them invaluable exposure to high-level competition. This prestigious tournament will not only showcase their skills on a global stage but also mark a significant moment for Indian esports, highlighting our growing presence in the competitive arena.”
Team India was selected via the National Esports Championship 2024 (NESC24), one of India’s largest and most prestigious esports tournaments, took place over 7 days (12th – 19th Aug 2024) and culminated in the crowning of Team Avengers as the winners.
The five-member team, known as Team Avengers, includes Abhishek Yadav, Dhruv Kohli, Subhadeep Das, Nagaraj, and Manav Kunte. They secured their spot by winning the national DOTA 2 championship at the recently concluded NESC24, which was held with OXY 2024 in mind. Team India, led by captain Abhishek Yadav, triumphed in a fiercely contested battle, earning the berth to represent the country in the prestigious international event. This team also was undefeated during the National Esports Championship 2024 (NESC24).
Looking ahead to the Sochi Games, Abhishek expressed, “We’re thrilled to have qualified for OXY 2024 as table toppers from South Asia. Our focus was on delivering our best in the regional qualifiers and securing a spot in the main event in Sochi, Russia, and I am extremely pleased with our dominant showing in the clashes against the region’s best. Qualifying for the main event is a milestone moment for the Indian esports’ community, and we will do everything possible to create a significant impact and showcase our talent on this global stage.”
This will be the third edition of OXY and the Podium finishers will have a substantial prize pool of 5,000,000 Rubbles (approx. INR 45 lacs).
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Welsh driver beats Ismael Fahssi by two points after a 12-round season running March 27 to May 28 with a $750,000 prize pool.
G2-backed Alpine Sim Racing driver Otis Lawrence has been crowned 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Champion after the season concluded on May 28.
The 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship ran from March 27 to May 28 and featured a $750,000 prize pool. Drivers representing Formula 1 teams competed across four events, starting with a live opener at DreamHack Birmingham.
The title was decided at the final event. Lawrence secured multiple race victories across 12 rounds and finished top of the standings.
Lawrence won the championship by two points ahead of Scuderia Ferrari HP Esports driver Ismael Fahssi. Reigning champion Jarno Opmeer of Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing placed third overall.
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The Esports Foundation (EF) has confirmed Paris Expo Porte de Versailles as the venue for Esports World Cup 2026, scheduled to run in Paris, France, from July 06 through August 23.
EF said tickets for all 25 competitions will go on sale from Friday, May 29, 2026, via esportsworldcup.com/tickets. The organiser said the venue will host competition arenas, broadcast operations, and fan activations across the seven-week programme.
According to EF, more than 2,000 players from over 200 Clubs and more than 100 countries will compete for a $75 million prize pool as part of the event’s cross-game Club Championship. The tournament lineup spans major competitive genres, including first-person shooters, strategy, sports, MOBAs, battle royales, fighting games, racing games, and Chess.
EF also outlined ticketing tiers, including Regular Tournament Passes, Premium Tournament Passes (with fast-track entry and a limited-edition goodie bag), Daily Regular Tournament Passes, and tiered Final Day seating zones (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) for select championship matches across VALORANT, League of Legends, Rocket League, and Counter-Strike 2.
The published schedule lists Week 1 events including VALORANT (July 9–12), ALGS Year 6 Split 1 Playoffs (Apex Legends) (July 7–11), Dota 2 (July 7–12), and FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves (July 8–11), with Counter-Strike 2 closing out Week 7 from August 19–23 alongside Fortnite Reload Elite Series Championship, Trackmania, and CROSSFIRE.
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Tickets go on sale May 29 for the seven-week Paris event running July 6 to August 23, with a $75 million prize pool across 25 competitions.
The Esports Foundation (EF) has confirmed Paris Expo Porte de Versailles as the venue for the Esports World Cup 2026, scheduled for July 06 through August 23 in Paris, France.
Ticket sales open Friday, May 29, 2026 via esportsworldcup.com/tickets. EF said the event will run for seven weeks and span 25 competitions, with more than 2,000 players from over 200 Clubs and more than 100 countries competing for a $75 million prize pool.
EF said Paris Expo Porte de Versailles will host competition arenas, broadcast operations, fan activations, and festival experiences. The organiser also pointed to the venue’s track record as the home of Paris Games Week since 2010 and as a site used during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Ticketing includes Regular Tournament Passes and Premium Tournament Passes, alongside Daily Regular Tournament Passes. For select championship matches across VALORANT, League of Legends, Rocket League, and Counter-Strike 2, EF said “Final Day Seating Zones” will be split into Gold, Silver, and Bronze tiers.
The published schedule lists Week 1 events including VALORANT (July 9–12), ALGS Year 6 Split 1 Playoffs for Apex Legends (July 7–11), Dota 2 (July 7–12), and FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves (July 8–11), concluding in Week 7 with Counter-Strike 2 (August 19–23), Fortnite Reload Elite Series Championship (August 19–22), Trackmania (August 19–22), and CROSSFIRE (August 18–22).
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