Beijing, Feb. 11 -- The first edition of the Olympic Esports Games has been rescheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh in 2027, while the road to the Games has been set to start this year,
the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Tuesday.
During the 142nd IOC Session in July last year, the IOC executive board made a unanimous decision to create the Olympic Esports Games, originally to be held in 2025.
The IOC has partnered with the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee in organizing the event.
The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) will also become a founding partner of the Games with expertise in game selection and tournament structures to bridge the gap between emerging esports and traditional sports.
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