Kazakhstan is
preparing to host the Games of the Future international tournament in the
summer of 2026. Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov discussed preparations with René
Fasel, the founder of Phygital International, and the organization’s CEO Nis
Hatt. Special attention was given to the development of phygital sports - a new
and promising direction that combines physical activity with digital
technology. Today, more than 1.5 million Kazakh citizens are actively engaged
in eSports. Hosting an international event of this scale
in Astana is expected to further boost the popularity of this sport among young
people. The tournament is set to bring together over 1,500 athletes from 100
countries, who will compete in 13 disciplines for a total prize pool of $10
million. The opening and closing ceremonies are planned as grand, high-tech
shows featuring global stars.
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