Harbour, Hollywood Star Praises Exciting, Gorgeous Esports World Cup 2025
At the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, the lifelong gamer and esports fan has been blown away by the size and scale of the event, the quality of the venues, and the masses of fans coming to Saudi Arabia to be a part of the world's biggest celebration of esports and gaming culture.
'It's a really wild event; I didn't expect it to be this huge,' David explained. 'It's enormous. People have put a lot of love and care into this whole thing and it shows, you can feel it.'
'The venues are so gorgeous, I just keep raving about the production design. It just feels electric.'
'The esports world is just so big here in Saudi Arabia and in Riyadh, it's fun to see. It's been really exciting to be a part of the whole thing.'
As a passionate gamer who enjoys playing Last Epoch, World of Warcraft, StarCraft and other titles, David was excited to talk to players from around the world about his favorite games, and witness competitive gaming take center stage while elite players from all over the world converged in Saudi Arabia for esports' biggest showcase.
'I'm a Bronze League Hero [in StarCraft]. I'm definitely terrible at all the games you will see played here, the ones that matter and are important,' says David. 'League of Legends, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, StarCraft II, all these games that require teamwork, expertise, talent and skill, I have none of those.'
'I played those games back in college, like StarCraft and World of Warcraft, and we started watching competitive play in those games. I would try to play too but my brain just doesn't work that way. I mostly play single player games. Now I'm into action RPGs, and I played a little bit of Last Epoch. I really like young companies coming on to the scene because it's fun to get new ideas into the gaming world.'
Expressing admiration and appreciation for the skills of esports athletes, David is convinced that esports will continue to grow globally and become more mainstream, as the culture develops and the world begins to appreciate the talent that's required to become an elite esports player.
'In all eras of time we've deified various artists,' David explains. 'If you think back to the Renaissance, it would have been painters and sculptors, in the Viennese court at the turn of the century it was musicians, now there's something in the culture with these guys.'
'They have the same sort of artistry, proficiency and skill, and they're prodigies. I think they're incredible. I would call them athletes and artists.'
Recognizing the elite skills of esports players, David highlighted the shared qualities of focus, pressure and performance that connect the world of esports and acting.
'When I'm acting or doing something really exciting in a scene, it's almost as if time has a different quality. It slows down,' David explains.
'My perception of my scene with a partner changes, the way I see them react, their emotions, the way my emotions change. You might just watch it and it goes by in an instant. I think it's the same thing with these players, you get into something of a flow state and time slows down.'
'Getting into that creative state allows you to perform at the highest level. I think what's interesting with esports players and with actors, I never got into acting to be famous; it's lovely but I didn't do it to make money. I think these esports players are the same, I don't think any of them get into it thinking I will win millions of dollars, I think they do it because they just love playing these games, and that love of it, I think, will put you in the creative state.'
Despite being an avid gamer and self-confessed nerd, it wasn't only esports that caught David's attention during his first visit to Riyadh. Away from the excitement of the tournaments, David has expressed his love of Saudi culture and fondness for the people he has interacted with during his stay.
'I've gotten to meet some incredible people. There's just something about the culture and people here, they've been so gentle and they take time for you, they're willing to engage with you. To meet with all these kind people is really nice.'
For more information and tickets, including access to all tournament days and festival experiences, are available now at esportsworldcup.com.
Related Topics:
Sakura Trees Enchant Visitors at Japan Pavilion During Esports World Cup
Tony Hawk Impressed by Esports World Cup's Scale in MENA Region
Indonesia's EVOS Divine Clinches 'Free Fire' Title at Esports World Cup 2025
Short link :
Post Views: 146
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Leaders
24-07-2025
- Leaders
Harbour, Hollywood Star Praises Exciting, Gorgeous Esports World Cup 2025
David Harbour, hollywood star, consistently dives headfirst into bold, uncharted territory and thrilling, from battling the horrors of the Upside Down as Chief Hopper in Stranger Things to stepping into the spotlight as Red Guardian in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, adventures. At the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, the lifelong gamer and esports fan has been blown away by the size and scale of the event, the quality of the venues, and the masses of fans coming to Saudi Arabia to be a part of the world's biggest celebration of esports and gaming culture. 'It's a really wild event; I didn't expect it to be this huge,' David explained. 'It's enormous. People have put a lot of love and care into this whole thing and it shows, you can feel it.' 'The venues are so gorgeous, I just keep raving about the production design. It just feels electric.' 'The esports world is just so big here in Saudi Arabia and in Riyadh, it's fun to see. It's been really exciting to be a part of the whole thing.' As a passionate gamer who enjoys playing Last Epoch, World of Warcraft, StarCraft and other titles, David was excited to talk to players from around the world about his favorite games, and witness competitive gaming take center stage while elite players from all over the world converged in Saudi Arabia for esports' biggest showcase. 'I'm a Bronze League Hero [in StarCraft]. I'm definitely terrible at all the games you will see played here, the ones that matter and are important,' says David. 'League of Legends, Dota 2, Honor of Kings, StarCraft II, all these games that require teamwork, expertise, talent and skill, I have none of those.' 'I played those games back in college, like StarCraft and World of Warcraft, and we started watching competitive play in those games. I would try to play too but my brain just doesn't work that way. I mostly play single player games. Now I'm into action RPGs, and I played a little bit of Last Epoch. I really like young companies coming on to the scene because it's fun to get new ideas into the gaming world.' Expressing admiration and appreciation for the skills of esports athletes, David is convinced that esports will continue to grow globally and become more mainstream, as the culture develops and the world begins to appreciate the talent that's required to become an elite esports player. 'In all eras of time we've deified various artists,' David explains. 'If you think back to the Renaissance, it would have been painters and sculptors, in the Viennese court at the turn of the century it was musicians, now there's something in the culture with these guys.' 'They have the same sort of artistry, proficiency and skill, and they're prodigies. I think they're incredible. I would call them athletes and artists.' Recognizing the elite skills of esports players, David highlighted the shared qualities of focus, pressure and performance that connect the world of esports and acting. 'When I'm acting or doing something really exciting in a scene, it's almost as if time has a different quality. It slows down,' David explains. 'My perception of my scene with a partner changes, the way I see them react, their emotions, the way my emotions change. You might just watch it and it goes by in an instant. I think it's the same thing with these players, you get into something of a flow state and time slows down.' 'Getting into that creative state allows you to perform at the highest level. I think what's interesting with esports players and with actors, I never got into acting to be famous; it's lovely but I didn't do it to make money. I think these esports players are the same, I don't think any of them get into it thinking I will win millions of dollars, I think they do it because they just love playing these games, and that love of it, I think, will put you in the creative state.' Despite being an avid gamer and self-confessed nerd, it wasn't only esports that caught David's attention during his first visit to Riyadh. Away from the excitement of the tournaments, David has expressed his love of Saudi culture and fondness for the people he has interacted with during his stay. 'I've gotten to meet some incredible people. There's just something about the culture and people here, they've been so gentle and they take time for you, they're willing to engage with you. To meet with all these kind people is really nice.' For more information and tickets, including access to all tournament days and festival experiences, are available now at Related Topics: Sakura Trees Enchant Visitors at Japan Pavilion During Esports World Cup Tony Hawk Impressed by Esports World Cup's Scale in MENA Region Indonesia's EVOS Divine Clinches 'Free Fire' Title at Esports World Cup 2025 Short link : Post Views: 146
Arab News
10-07-2025
- Arab News
Larry David teams with the Obamas for HBO US history sketch show for the nation's 250th
LOS ANGELES: Larry David will bring his grumbly sensibility to US history in a team-up with Barack and Michelle Obama for an HBO sketch show, the network announced Thursday. The 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' creator and 'Seinfeld' co-creator will act as executive producer, writer and star of the limited series consisting of six half-hour episodes, produced by the Obamas' company, Higher Ground. The show marks the 78-year-old David's return to HBO just over a year after the end of the 12th and final season of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm.' His 'Curb' showrunner Jeff Schaffer will co-write and direct episodes. HBO did not give a premiere date, but the show is meant to mark the nation's 250th anniversary next year. The series doesn't have a title yet but it has a promotional logline: 'President and Mrs. Obama wanted to honor America's 250th anniversary and celebrate the unique history of our nation on this special occasion. ...But then Larry David called.' And statements from some of the principals suggest the tone it will take. 'Once 'Curb' ended, I celebrated with a three-day foam party. After a violent allergic reaction to the suds, I yearned to return to my simple life as a beekeeper, harvesting organic honey from the wildflowers in my meadow,' David said. 'Alas, one day my bees mysteriously vanished. And so, it is with a heavy heart that I return to television, hoping to ease the loss of my beloved hive.' In his statement, Barack Obama said, 'I've sat across the table from some of the world's most difficult leaders and wrestled with some of our most intractable problems. Nothing has prepared me for working with Larry David.' The Obamas got into the entertainment business by launching 'Higher Ground' in 2018, saying they wanted to raise the prominence of new, diverse voices and expand the range of conversation in the industry. They signed production agreements with Netflix and Spotify soon after. Their involvement has had a high profile in some productions, but they've kept more of a background role in others. Their shows and films have included the Oscar-winning documentary 'American Factory,' the kids series 'Waffles + Mochi,' and the movies 'Rustin' and 'Leave the World Behind.' David, known for his sitcoms and stand-up, has some experience in sketch work. He was a writer and star on ABC's 'Saturday Night Live' knockoff 'Fridays' in the early 1980s, and later wrote briefly for 'SNL' itself.
Saudi Gazette
06-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Attenborough at 99 delivers 'greatest message he's ever told'
LONDON — Sir David Attenborough is launching what he says is one of the most important films of his career as he enters his hundredth year. He believes his new, cinema-length film Ocean could play a decisive role in saving biodiversity and protecting the planet from climate change. Sir David, who will be 99 on Thursday, says: "After almost 100 years on the planet, I now understand the most important place on Earth is not on land, but at sea." The ocean is the planet's support system and humanity's greatest ally against climate catastrophe, the film argues. It shows how the world's oceans are at a crossroads. A blue carpet will be rolled out at the film's premiere tonight at the Royal Festival Hall. A host of celebrities are expected to attend including Chris Martin and Coldplay, Benedict Cumberbatch, astronaut Tim Peake, Geri Halliwell-Horner and Simon LeBon. Toby Nowlan, who produced Ocean, says this new production is not a typical Attenborough film. "This is not about seeing brand new natural history behaviours. It is the greatest message he's ever told," he says. The film documents how the state of the world's oceans and our understanding of how they function have changed in the course of Sir David's lifetime. Sir David remembers his first scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef way back in 1957: "I was so taken aback by the spectacle before me I forgot – momentarily – to breathe." Since then, there has been a catastrophic decline in life in the world's oceans. "We are almost out of time," he warns. Ocean contains some of the most graphic footage of the damage that bottom trawling – a common fishing practice around the world — can do to the seabed. It is a vivid example of how industrial fishing can drain the life from the world's oceans, Sir David claims. The new footage shows how the chain that the trawlers drag behind them scours the seafloor, forcing the creatures it disturbs into the net behind. The trawlers are often after a single species: more than three-quarters of what they catch may be discarded. "It's hard to imagine a more wasteful way to catch fish," comments Sir David. The process also releases vast amounts of carbon dioxide which contributes to the warming of our planet, yet bottom trawling is not just legal but is actively encouraged by many governments. Sir David says the state of the ocean has almost made him lose hope for the future of life on the planet. What has kept him from despair is what he calls the "most remarkable discovery of all" – that the ocean can "recover faster than we had ever imagined". Sir David says the story of the world's whales has been a source of huge optimism for him. It is estimated that 2.9 million whales were killed by the whaling industry in the 20th Century alone. Scientists have said it is the largest cull of any animal in history when measured in terms of total biomass. It pushed almost all whale species to the edge of extinction. Just one per cent of Blue Whales were left, recalls Sir David: "I remember thinking that was it. There was no coming back, we had lost the great whales." But in 1986 lawmakers bowed to public pressure and banned commercial whaling worldwide. The whale population has rapidly recovered since then. One of the film's directors, Keith Scholey, has worked with Sir David for 44 years. "When I first met David, I was in shorts," he jokes. That was in 1981, two years after Sir David had resigned as the BBC's director of programmes – one of the most senior jobs at the Corporation. "He'd done one career, and he was off on his next." Despite now nearing his 99th birthday Sir David is still remarkably energetic, says Scholey. "Every time you work with David, you learn something new," he says. "It's really good fun. But also, David keeps you on your mettle, because he is so on his mettle and so, you know, it's always a very creative process." Sir David's key message in the Ocean film is that all is not lost. Countries have promised to protect a third of the world's oceans. He hopes his new film will spur leaders to take firm action on this promise at a UN conference next month. He believes that could be transformational. "The ocean can bounce back to life," Sir David says. "If left alone it may not just recover but thrive beyond anything anyone alive has ever seen." A healthier ocean ecosystem would also be able to trap more carbon dioxide, helping protect the world from climate change, according to scientists. "In front of us is a chance to protect our climate, our food, our home," Sir David says. As he celebrates his 99th birthday this week he is still fighting to protect the natural world he has worked his lifetime to show to us in all its glory. Ocean will be in cinemas across the country from Thursday. — BBC
