India, Feb. 5 -- A total of over 230 esports tournaments will contribute towards a qualification process that culminates in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the Esports World Cup.

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced a newly formed global tournament qualification system named "Road to EWC 2026," which incorporates hundreds of esports tournaments into a cohesive season. The goal of this initiative is to provide more definitive pathways for players, teams, and fans who wish to participate in the Earth 2026, set for July 6-August 23, 2026.

This is a major step forward for an industry that has repeatedly dealt with convoluted league schedules and disorganization; by combining all results of individual tournaments into a single res...