We’ve questioned the value of the Overwatch eSports scene before, and there’s still work to be done. But that doesn’t mean that we’re not hopeful, that it can’t become a permanent feature in the industry.
So what of Overwatch Atlantic Showdown, then? The ESL competition’s finals played out over the weekend – with team Rogue taking the first-place victory – and with $100,000 in prizes up for grabs it was the biggest, most significant tournament for Overwatch yet.
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![ENC x adidas [Industry news] Esports Foundation and adidas Announce Landmark Partnership to Outfit Every Team at the Inaugural Esports Nations Cup](https://mcvuk.com/wp-content/uploads/ENC-x-adidas-310x165.jpeg)
The Esports Foundation (EF) and adidas made sports history today, announcing a landmark partnership that will see the sportswear company outfit every national team at the inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC), the first nation-based esports event of its scale, set to debut November 2, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The partnership directly supports the ongoing convergence of esports, culture, entertainment and sports, creating a defining moment for the esports industry and the global sport landscape.
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