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Esports World Cup says 100,000 tickets sold for Paris debut, venue capacity questioned

Organizers of the Esports World Cup announced 100,000 tickets have been sold for the event's Paris debut. CEO Ralf Reichert revealed the figure at a July 8 press conference. The event is set for Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, whose listed capacities raise questions about how that many attendees will be accommodated. This edition is the tournament's first run outside Saudi Arabia after a last‑minute city change.

• Organizers claim 100,000 tickets sold
• Announcement made by CEO Ralf Reichert on July 8
• Held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (largest hall 64,000; theatre 5,200)
• First edition outside Saudi Arabia after a late venue swap