Chess to Debut at Esports World Cup, What Led to Saudi's Interest? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani

Chess to Debut at Esports World Cup, What Led to Saudi's Interest? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani

Chess will debut at the next year's Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Reports say Magnus Carlsen will headline as an ambassador. The tournament will also offer a prize pool of $1.5 million. Top athletes from the year will compete in the event. What led to Saudi Arabia's interest in the sport? Rupha Ramani looks at why chess has become an appealing sport for youngsters in recent years and how Saudi's influence might give it a massive revival.

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