Conor English: New Zealand Esports President on the first ever Olympic Esports Games confirmed for next year

Kiwi Esports athletes will be heading to Saudi Arabia next year to compete in the first-ever Olympic Esports games.  The International Olympic Committee voted unanimously for Saudi Arabia to host the Games in 2025 reflecting the growth in popularity of competitive gaming.  The decision comes as Riyadh hosts the Esports World Cup – a two-month event drawing 2,500 gamers competing for NZ$100 million in prize money.  New Zealand Esports President Conor English joined Ryan Bridge.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.