Esports World Cup LoL Tournament: All You Need to Know

League of Legends

30 Jun

Andre Guaraldo

The Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024 is set to be a huge event in the world of competitive gaming. Held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this tournament will showcase some of the best teams from around the globe of League of Legends (LoL). With a substantial prize pool and a lineup of elite teams, the EWC 2024 promises to deliver thrilling matches and unforgettable moments for esports enthusiasts worldwide.

Tournament format and schedule

Format

The League of Legends tournament at the Esports World Cup 2024 follows a single elimination bracket format, featuring the top 2 performing teams from each of the major leagues Spring Splits:

Korea: Gen.G and T1
China: Bilibili Gaming and Top Esports
EMEA: G2 Esports and Fnatic
North America: Team Liquid and FlyQuest

The matches will all be Best-of-three series, with the only exception being the Grand Finals, which will be a Best-of-five series.

Schedule

The tournament runs from July 4 to July 7, 2024. Here is the detailed match schedule:

Quarterfinals

July 4
- Bilibili Gaming vs. T1 [6:00 PM GMT+3]
- Team Liquid vs. Fnatic at [9:00 PM GMT+3]
July 5
- Gen.G vs. Top Esports at [6:00 PM GMT+3]
- G2 Esports vs. FlyQuest at [9:00 PM GMT+3]

Semifinals

July 6
- First Semifinal at [6:00 PM GMT+3]
- Second Semifinal at [9:00 PM GMT+3]

Finals

July 7
- Grand Final at [7:00 PM GMT+3]

Prize Pool

The Esports World Cup 2024 features a substantial prize pool of $1,000,000 for the League of Legends tournament. Here's the breakdown of the prize distribution:

1st Place: $400,000 (40%) + 1,000 EWC Club Points
2nd Place: $200,000 (20%) + 600 EWC Club Points
3rd-4th Place: $100,000 each (10%) + 275 EWC Club Points each
5th-8th Place: $50,000 each (5%) + 60 EWC Club Points each

The prize pool ensures that all participating teams are rewarded for their efforts, with the champions taking home the lion's share and significant points towards the EWC Club Championship.

Talent Lineup

The EWC 2024 LoL tournament features some of the most talented broadcast professionals in the esports scene:

Kangus (Stage Host): face of the event, will guide viewers through the whole event and maintain the energy of the audience.
Dgon (Desk Host): leads the analyst desk, facilitates analysis and and ensures smooth transitions between segments.
Aux (Analyst): provide expert insights into the strategies and plays of the teams, breaking down complex game scenarios.
Valdes, Joshi, Atlus, Wolf (Casters): deliver live play-by-play commentary and analysis during the matches, bringing excitement and keeping engagement.
Kitty (Interviewer): conducts post-match interviews with players, capturing thoughts and emotions, providing insights and reactions for the audience.
Giniro (Content Host): engages with the community, providing behind-the-scenes content, updates, and additional context to enhance the experience.

How to watch

Fans from all over the world can catch the Esports World Cup 2024 LoL matches live through various streaming platforms. The matches will be broadcasted on the official Twitch and YouTube channels of the Esports World Cup.

Prepare for an electrifying series of matches as the best teams in the world battle it out for glory and a share of the $1 million prize pool. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the scene, the EWC 2024 LoL tournament is an event you won’t want to miss!

For the complete information on the EWC, check out our all-inclusive guide. Stay tuned to Strafe for more League of Legends news and in our Social Media for more EWC content!

Feature image credits: Esports World Cup