Sports and esports leaders talk boosting fanbases, growth opportunities and the role of tech

Leaders from sports and esports discuss the big opportunities and trends shaping growth in the multi-billion-dollar sector.

Sports and esports leaders talk boosting fanbases, growth opportunities and the role of tech

TL;DR

  • Sports and esports leaders discussed growth opportunities and trends in the sector.
  • LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil noted their success in attracting a younger fanbase through a festival approach.
  • HRH Prince Faisal Bin Bandar Al Saud outlined Saudi Arabia's ambitious esports goals, targeting a 13 billion USD contribution to GDP by 2030.
  • Hero Esports CEO Danny Tang observed a surge in investment from non-endemic brands across various sectors.
  • Former Olympian Michael Johnson discussed technology's role in commercializing athletics and reducing injury risk for athletes in his new league, Grand Slam Track.