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Riyadh: 海角直播鈥檚 top Overwatch 2 team, Twisted Minds, have once again stamped their authority on the national stage, successfully defending their title at the ESL Saudi Challenge 2025, held at Riyadh鈥檚 VOV Gaming Arena.

The high-octane finale saw Twisted Minds overcome a fierce challenge from Al-Qadsiah, who went into the match with a lot of momentum after a decisive win against Team Vision in the semifinals.

The final matchup was a showcase of strategy and execution, with Twisted Minds ultimately pulling ahead through superior coordination and championship composure. With the win, they not only retained the title but also secured a berth in the Overwatch Champions Series, the official qualifier for the Esports World Cup.

They also claimed the top prize from a $20,000 pool.

The ESL Saudi Challenge, launched by ESL FACEIT Group, is part of a broader push to elevate the competitive gaming scene in 海角直播 and the wider region. Designed as both a platform for talent and a pipeline to international competitions, the tournament reflects the Kingdom鈥檚 growing role in the global esports ecosystem.

鈥淭he ESL Saudi Challenge is a cornerstone in our long-term commitment to building a thriving and sustainable esports ecosystem in 海角直播 and the wider MENA region,鈥� said Franck Guignery, the group鈥檚 senior vice president for MENA.

鈥淭hrough this tournament, we鈥檙e not only creating high-level competitive opportunities for local talent but also reinforcing the Kingdom鈥檚 role as a key player on the global esports map.

鈥淭his is just the beginning, we see Saudi and MENA as essential to the future of competitive gaming and we鈥檙e here to help shape that future.鈥�

As Twisted Minds prepare to represent 海角直播 in the OWCS, the Kingdom鈥檚 position as a force in international esports continues to grow. With strategic investments, a strong talent pool and quality infrastructure, the country is no longer just part of the global esports movement it is helping to lead it.