London to Host League of Legends 2024 Championship Finals
The 2024 Championship Finals of League of Legends will be held at the O2 Arena in London, according to an announcement by Riot Games. The prestigious tournament will take place in November next year as the culmination of the League of Legends season.
This will be the first time that London hosts the highly anticipated competition, bringing it to the U.K.’s capital city. Naz Aletaha, the global head of League Esports, stated that London’s rich history provides the perfect backdrop for League of Legends’ biggest stage.
During the 2023 Mid-Season Invitational held in London, Riot Games witnessed the passion and energy of the fans, which led to the decision to choose the O2 Arena as the venue for the 2024 World Finals. The tournament will be held on November 2, 2024.
Positive Impact and Increased Viewership
The U.K. had not hosted a Worlds stop in almost a decade, but the success of the 2023 Mid-Season Invitational demonstrated the region’s strong fanbase. Riot Games reported a 58 percent increase in viewership compared to the previous year’s edition of the tournament. The company hopes to replicate this success with Worlds 2024.
The O2 Arena: A Legendary Venue
Known for hosting renowned artists and major sporting events, the O2 Arena is one of the U.K.’s largest indoor venues. It has now opened its doors to esports, bringing the prestigious Worlds finals to its hallowed halls.
London mayor Sadiq Khan expressed excitement over the event, stating that it will not only unite esports fans from around the world but also showcase the city’s cutting-edge gaming industry.
League of Legends fans can start preparing for the Worlds 2024 Finals in London. Further announcements will be made about EMEA cities hosting other stages of the tournament, allowing fans to plan their attendance accordingly.
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