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\nEsports World Cup CEO says political backing from gaming leadership gives Riyadh “unparalleled” advantage in global tournament race
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\nSource : arabianbusiness.com
\nRead more…EXCLUSIVE: \u2018Saudi Arabia is different,\u2019 says Esports World Cup CEO; Riyadh tops LA, Seoul in global gaming<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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