Singapore is set to host two prominent esports events, thanks to BLAST’s latest announcement. These top-tier Counter-Strike and Dota 2 tournaments will occur in Singapore in 2024 and 2025, solidifying the city's growing reputation as a leading hub for esports and gaming in Southeast Asia.
Blast in Singapore, From October 30th to November 3rd, 2024, eight of the world's elite Counter-Strike teams will converge in Singapore to compete for a $1,000,000 prize pool and the prestigious BLAST World Final 2024 trophy.
The teams that have secured a spot in the World Final are NAVI, Team Spirit, Team Vitality, FaZe Clan, and G2 Esports. The previous champions, namely Vitality, G2, and Natus Vincere, will be joined by Spirit and FaZe in the competition. Three more spots are yet to be filled: one for the winner of the BLAST Fall Final and two from the BLAST World Ranking. Teams such as MOUZ, Astralis, Liquid, and Virtus.pro are contending for these remaining invitations.
These high-profile events, supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), will attract the best esports teams and players from across the globe to Singapore.
In partnership with AEG Presents Asia, a leading global live entertainment company, BLAST aims to deliver top-notch esports experiences by collaborating with premier destinations and leading live entertainment partners.
The Asia Pacific region accounts for more than half (57%) of global esports views, 47% higher than any other region, with the global market valued at $1.6 billion. By bringing these top-tier Counter-Strike and Dota 2 tournaments to Singapore, BLAST seeks to attract global esports talent, support local growth, and enhance Singapore’s status as a world-class destination for esports entertainment.
The 2024 World Final is scheduled from October 30th to November 3rd and will mark BLAST’s first event in Singapore. This will be followed by the BLAST Dota Slam in 2025.
James Woollard, Director of Market Development at BLAST, said:
"We are incredibly excited to bring two of the biggest esports titles to this vibrant destination. Over the coming 18 months, Singapore will become a major hub for esports in Southeast Asia, and with the support of the Singapore Tourism Board, we look forward to delivering unforgettable experiences for fans while helping to build a thriving esports ecosystem in the region. Bringing the first BLAST arena event to Singapore is an exciting first step in this journey. The World Final will see the world’s best Counter-Strike players and teams fighting for a $1,000,000 total prize pool.”
Ms Ong Ling Lee, Executive Director, Sports and Wellness, Singapore Tourism Board, said:
"We are excited to host the BLAST Premier World Final and the BLAST Dota Slam in Singapore. The Counter-Strike event marks the first BLAST-branded event in Southeast Asia and the inaugural Counter-Strike tournament series in the region, solidifying Singapore's position as a world-class esports estination. We are confident that the international participants and their legions of fans will have a memorable experience in Singapore, immersing themselves in the diverse and dynamic offerings of our city.”
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