Los Angeles and El Segundo are set to host the 2026 Global Esports World Finals Games with the Los Angeles Times Media Group serving as a host partner, it was announced Tuesday.

During a news conference at the Los Angeles Times, representatives of the Global Esports Federation said the two cities were chosen over eight other international cities. The media group is expected to refurbish a warehouse adjacent to the Times building that will serve as an arena where all the action will take place.

“For many people around the world, Los Angeles symbolizes the epicenter of sport, entertainment, music, culture — a world of limitless possibilities,” Global Esports Federation CEO Paul Foster said in a statement. “As the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years since its founding, our global

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