Saudi Arabia's brightest e-sports stars to reach greater heights on global stage
RIYADH: One of the world's premier electronic sports organizations, the Falcons, signed on Wednesday a landmark partnership with Red Bull, giving Saudi Arabia's brightest e-sports stars the wings to reach greater heights on the global stage.
The partnership reflects a shared mission to push boundaries in gaming, e-sports, and entertainment by introducing bold, youth-driven ideas that align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, said a media statement.
Red Bull will serve as the Falcons' official performance partner during the 2025 Esports World Cup, taking place in Riyadh from Jul. 7 to Aug. 24, added the statement.
The collaboration aims to support players at the highest competitive levels by enhancing physical and mental performance and providing an ideal environment for creativity and professionalism in the gaming arena.
Official performance partner for the Esports World Cup
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With two main facilities in Salzburg and Los Angeles, and a global network, the center offers training and performance development opportunities for a wide range of athletes, wherever they are in the world, under the best conditions and supervision of a skilled team of medical experts and coaches.
A center for developing bright talents
Red Bull supports ambitious youth around the world through a series of initiatives, including this facility. Prominent athletes have experienced this center, including Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen, Austrian Grand Slam tennis champion Dominic Thiem, Dakar Rally winner Sam Sunderland, as well as Saudi motorsport star Dania Akeel.
A new era of esports excellence
Co-founded by Saudi e-sports icon Msdossary, the Falcons have already carved out a dominant international presence. With major championship titles under their belt, the team has set a new benchmark for Middle Eastern representation in competitive gaming.
Making history
The Falcons made headlines by winning the inaugural Esports World Cup in 2024, hosted in Riyadh. Competing in top titles like 'Call of Duty: Warzone' and 'Free Fire,' they outperformed nearly 500 teams and 1,500 pro players from across the globe.
Their groundbreaking win in a major 'Dota 2' championship marked a milestone, not just for the Falcons, but for the entire Middle East e-sports scene. It showcased the region's growing talent pool and its ability to compete on the global stage.
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