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Asharq Al-Awsat
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
16 Teams Compete in ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang' Women's Tournament in Riyadh
The second week of the Esports World Cup 2025 kicked off in Riyadh on Tuesday featuring the 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang' Women's Invitational (MWI). The tournament is a key event on the competition's calendar, bringing together top global mobile gaming stars for the second consecutive year, reported the Saudi Press Agency. Since its release in 2016, 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang' has established itself as one of the world's leading esports titles, thanks to its widely followed international and regional tournaments. With over 110 million monthly active users, it has become one of the most popular mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) games globally. This year's edition is the largest in the tournament's history, featuring 16 teams compared to 12 last year, with qualifiers held across 57 regions worldwide, up from 46 regions in the previous edition. The current edition features 16 teams representing 13 regions from around the world. The participating teams are Team Vitality, ONIC Pertiwi, Natus Vincere PH, Team Liquid, Natus Vincere MY, SFU Serendipity, Falcons Vega MENA, DreamMax Girls, Rising Rage, WAOW GG Esports, FE, FUT Esports, Gaimin Gladiators, Twisted Minds Orchid, Tidal Legends Gaming, and Terror Queens. The teams will compete for a total prize pool of $500,000, with an additional $50,000 awarded to the best player. The tournament also offers 3,350 points toward the Club Championship race in the Esports World Cup 2025. Saudi Arabia and Egypt are prominently represented by Twisted Minds Orchid and Falcons Vega MENA, both aiming for their first title in the tournament and carrying the hopes of their supporters for a historic achievement. Twisted Minds Orchid features Saudi players 'Lyrx,' 'Lunar,' and 'Livin,' while Falcons Vega MENA competes with an all-Egyptian lineup of 'Velvet,' 'Sunlight,' 'Yui,' 'Names,' and 'Fvvn.'
The Citizen
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
The Rockies Gerald Fox Memorial Race saw 7 000 participants
Seven thousand runners and walkers filled the streets of Parkview on the morning of July 13 for the annual Rockies Gerald Fox Memorial Race. The race, which began outside the Johannesburg Zoo, saw runners and walkers complete the 5, 10 and 21.1km. The director of the Rockies Gerald Fox Memorial Race, Saul Levin, said the annual race was in honour of their member who was brutally killed. 'We are 50 years old this year and have probably hosted the race for 40-odd years. The race is about having fun and allowing runners to enjoy and run through hills and their neighbourhood hills. ' Also read: Wanderers runner completes emotional 10th Comrades in memory of his father Team Vitality club manager, Peteni Kuzwayo, explained that the Rockies race was their second series of running events in Johannesburg. 'We started in Orlando, Soweto, and today we are at the Zoo Lake in partnership with the Rockies Road Runners Club. The turnout was great, approximately 2 000 participants were part of Vitality. Kuzwayo concluded that he looked forward to the next three running events, which will be in Randburg, and at Old Edwardians Society and the DP World Wanderers Stadium. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 Riyadh: Know date, prize money, qualified teams and more
Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025: The Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 is all set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 16 to 20 July 2025. This exciting global tournament is part of the larger Esports World Cup 2025, where the world's top Free Fire teams will battle for the title and a massive prize pool. Let's explore the date, prize money, format, qualified teams, and everything else you need to know about the Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025. When Will Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 Take Place? The Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 will begin on 16 July 2025 and will end with the Grand Finals on 20 July 2025, as reported in Sportskeeda. Over the span of five action-packed days, fans will witness intense matches among the world's best teams. What is the Prize Pool for Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025? The total prize pool for the tournament stands at a whopping $1 million (approx ₹8.3 crore). This huge amount makes the Free Fire Esports World Cup one of the most rewarding mobile gaming tournaments of 2025. Format: How Will the Free Fire World Cup 2025 Be Played? The tournament will be held in three key stages: 1. Knockout Stage (16–18 July 2025) 18 qualified teams will be divided into three groups. Each team will play 12 matches in a round-robin format. The top 12 teams on the overall leaderboard will move forward. The bottom 6 teams will be eliminated. 2. Point Rush Stage (19 July 2025) The top 12 teams from the Knockout stage will compete again. This stage helps teams earn extra points as a head start for the Grand Finals. 3. Grand Finals (20 July 2025) The final 12 teams will fight it out for the championship trophy and the $1 million prize pool. Teams Qualified for Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 A total of 18 teams from different regions have secured their place in the Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025. All of them qualified by performing well in their respective regional tournaments, including the FFWS 2025 SEA Spring, FFWS Brazil, and FFWS LATAM. Here's the list of qualified teams: 🏆 Thailand Team Falcons (Defending Champions) Buriram United Esports All Gamers Global 🇮🇩 Indonesia ONIC Olympus Team Vitality RRQ Kazu EVOS Divine Core Memory Esports 🇧🇷 Brazil LOS Alfa 34 paiN Gaming Fluxo 🌎 LATAM Rainbow7 Visionsystem SPA 🌍 Middle East & South Asia ALPHA (Middle East) Hotshot Esports (Pakistan) Red Hawks (Bangladesh) Who Are the Favourites to Win Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025? Team Falcons, the defending champions from Thailand, are one of the top favourites. Although their recent performance at the FFWS 2025 SEA Spring was not up to the mark, they are expected to bounce back strongly to defend their title. ONIC Olympus from Indonesia will enter the tournament with high confidence after winning the FFWS SEA Spring 2025. Buriram United and Team Vitality, who finished second and third, are also strong contenders. From Brazil, LOS and Fluxo look impressive. Rainbow7, who topped the LATAM region, and regional champions like Hotshot Esports and Red Hawks are dark horses to watch out for. How Were the Teams Selected for Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025? Teams earned their spots based on their performances in regional qualifiers: FFWS 2025 SEA Spring gave 8 teams: ONIC Olympus, Buriram United, Vitality, All Gamers, Virtus, RRQ, EVOS Divine, and Core Memory. FFWS Brazil 2025 added 4 Brazilian teams: LOS, Fluxo, paiN Gaming, and Alfa 34. Rainbow7 won the LATAM region. ALPHA, Hotshot Esports, and Red Hawks won the Middle East, Pakistan, and Bangladesh qualifiers, respectively. The Free Fire Esports World Cup 2025 is set to be one of the biggest mobile gaming events of the year. With top teams, a huge prize pool, and global excitement, this tournament will be a must-watch for all Free Fire fans. Keep your calendars marked from 16 to 20 July 2025 and get ready to support your favourite teams in Riyadh! For more informative articles on historical and upcoming events from around the world, please visit Indiatimes Events.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
ASUS ROG unveils new esports gear, partners with top pro players at Computex 2025
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has showcased a range of new esports-focused products at Computex 2025.. The latest releases include the ROG Falcata 75% gaming keyboard, the esports-targeted ROG Harpe II Ace gaming mouse, the Strix Ace XG248 gaming monitor, new ROG Courser and Destrier Core gaming chairs, and the ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad. ROG developed these products in collaboration with professional esports players to meet the demands of precision, speed, and reliability required in high-level play. Max Demon1 Mazanov, a VALORANT Champions winner, contributed to the design of the Harpe II Ace mouse, which focuses on optimising it for claw and fingertip grip styles. Also read: Google renames Find My Device to Find Hub: What's new, and why Android trackers still need work Kris Huang, General Manager of ASUS Gaming & Workspace Gear, said the company aims to provide gamers with reliable tools to perform well under pressure. ASUS also announced a partnership with renowned CS2 player Mathieu ZywOo Herbaut, who will assist in testing and developing new keyboard products. ROG maintains long-term collaborations with esports teams such as NRG Sports and Team Vitality, supplying gear for Team Vitality's Counter-Strike and VALORANT squads. The ROG Falcata keyboard features a 75 percent split design that allows users to reposition the left section and clears space for mouse movement. The keyboard uses ROG's hot-swappable HFX V2 Magnetic Switch, which offers adjustable actuation points from 0.1 to 3.5 mm, fine-tuned in 0.01 mm steps. The switches include a dust-resistant walled stem design and a snap-fit mechanism to reduce key wobble. Also read: ChatGPT now lets you download Deep Research reports as PDFs - here's how The Falcata also uses the ROG Hall Sensor for accurate input detection, which minimises electrical noise and interference. Its multifunction wheel and button enable quick adjustments to actuation points, media playback, and lighting settings. Additionally, the keyboard supports an 8000Hz polling rate and features ROG SpeedNova 8K wireless technology, delivering up to 610 hours of battery life. Users can connect to three devices simultaneously through Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, or wired USB. The keyboard also includes four-layer dampening to reduce typing noise and detachable silicone wrist rests for comfort. The ROG Harpe II Ace mouse is designed for esports players seeking precision and speed. Made from bio-based nylon to reduce weight and environmental impact, it weighs 48 grams and features the ROG AimPoint Pro optical sensor with 42,000 dpi and track-on-glass technology. The mouse supports a true wireless 8000Hz polling rate enabled by the new ROG SpeedNova 8K technology. Also read: iOS 19 to take to boost iPhone's battery life with help of AI Developed with input from esports pros, including Demon1, the Harpe II Ace accommodates claw and fingertip grips with its tapered sidewalls and optimised button layout. It features optical micro switches rated for 100 million clicks and large PTFE feet for smooth gliding. Zone Mode optimises performance by maximising polling rate, disabling RGB lighting, and simplifying data signals. The mouse can be configured through a browser-based interface via ROG Gear Link without software installation. The Strix Ace XG248 gaming monitor debuted alongside the mouse. It uses a Super TN panel with a 610Hz refresh rate and 0.8ms input lag, which aims to deliver fast and responsive visuals for esports competition. Also read: Samsung unveils world's first 500Hz OLED monitor with QHD display and gamer-focused features The ROG Sheath II XXL mouse pad measures 900 x 400 mm and features cooling fabric for heat dissipation. Its rubber base prevents slipping, and its anti-fray stitched edges improve durability. ROG also introduced two new gaming chairs. The Courser chair offers a reclining system with synchronised back support and adjustable 4D armrests. It has customisable lumbar support and a detachable headrest. The Destrier Core chair is available in Moonlight White and includes breathable mesh, adjustable support, and features aimed at comfort during long sessions.
