The Olympic esports games and Saudi Arabia
The IOC announced the inaugural games will be hosted by Saudi Arabia. Not all are happy
Tech Life · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
We take a look at a recent announcement from the International Olympic Committee that the inaugural Olympic esports games will be hosted in Saudi Arabia next year. While many have welcomed the competitive video gaming event, others have questioned the choice of host, because of the Kingdom's human rights record.
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Presenter: Alasdair Keane Producer: Tom Quinn
(Photo: A competitor takes part in a motorsport event during Olympic esports week in Singapore, 2023. Credit: Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images)