ESports has long been derided as "not a real sport". But now, an Olympic-organized event is being dismissed by competitive gamers as not real eSports. Many long-time backers of big-money digital contests, which are edging their way towards elite-level recognition, are puzzled by the choice of games at the inaugural Olympics Esports Week that kicks off in Singapore on Thursday. Instead of well-established gaming titles, it will feature 10 simulated sports, among them archery, baseball, chess and taekwondo.
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International Modern Pentathlon Union Athletes' Committee chair Yasser
Hefny claims the introduction of obstacle racing can be the "missing
piece" in the sport's quest to secure its future in the Olympic Games.
International Boxing Association delegates rejected a proposal to stage a new presidential election, meaning Umar Kremlev will stay in power Read Full Article at RT.com
International Boxing Association delegates rejected a proposal to stage a new presidential election, meaning Umar Kremlev will stay in power Read Full Article at RT.com