IOC launches esports Olympics in Saudi Arabia
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The International Olympic Committee is launching the Olympic Esports Games 2025, with the competition to be held in Saudi Arabia.
The IOC made the announcement Friday in conjunction with the National Olympic Committee of Saudi Arabia.
It is the latest foray into sports for Saudi Arabia, which funds the LIV Golf League and has partnerships with both the men's and women's