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The Esports World Cup Foundation and Riot Games have announced a three-year partnership that will see Valorant make its anticipated debut at the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh this summer, alongside the return of League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics. 

"Riot Games has shaped the cultural impact of competitive gaming, transforming esports into a global entertainment force," said Fabian Scheuermann, Chief Games Officer, Esports World Cup Foundation. "With League of Legends' iconic World Championship - which continues to set new standards for immersive experiences, VALORANT’s cultural collaborations, and Teamfight Tactics' community-driven events, Riot has pioneered an ecosystem far beyond competition. By bringing these titles to the Esports World Cup, we are not just celebrating elite gameplay - we are, together, expanding esports as a global entertainment movement, creating deeper connections with fans across gaming, music, and digital culture."

To date, 23 tournaments across 22 games have been announced for the Esports World Cup 2025, with more to come. In addition, the agreement includes a global commercial partnership between EWCF and LOL Esports, the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) and the TFT 2025 competitive circuit. Kicking off at the VCT Masters Bangkok on 20 February 2025, the collaboration will include EWC in-broadcast activations at LoL Esports, VCT and TFT global LAN events.

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Esports World Cup Foundation Signs Partnership With Riot Games