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Cristiano Ronaldo will bring his star power to the world of esports this summer by serving as Global Ambassador for the Esports World Cup in Riyadh running from July 8 to August 24 2025. He joins a record setting event with a jaw dropping seventy million dollar prize pool across 25 competitive games.

Ronaldo shared his excitement on social media stating he is proud to stand with esports athletes whose drive and intensity mirror what he sees on the football pitch. His involvement not only brings global exposure but also helps bridge traditional and digital sports for fans everywhere.

The event is shaping up to be massive with over two thousand elite players signing on from more than two hundred clubs representing over one hundred countries. Expect Dota League of Legends Valorant chess Fatal Fury City of the Wolves and more titles to be featured as Saudi Arabia positions itself as a premier global gaming hub.

With over one billion social media followers Ronaldo commands unmatched visibility and his role is expected to bring fresh audiences and heightened mainstream interest to esports. For fans who have not yet explored esports this is the moment to pay attention.

What This Means

• Mainstream crossover: A global football icon stepping into esports underscores how serious the industry has become.
• Massive scale: The event’s seventy million dollar prize pool sets a new bar in competitive gaming.
• Global reach: Top players brands clubs and titles from around the world are coming together under one roof.

This is a game changer moment for esports, and summer 2025 is setting up to be unforgettable. If your feed has even a hint of gaming or sports, you should probably pay attention.

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