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Red Bull Wololo, the Age of Empires 2 tournament with a twist, returns for 2021

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The epic Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition 1v1 online tournament will return for a third season in January 2021 offering competitors the chance to battle it out on the global stage and an epic conclusion to see who will stand their ground and forge the strongest civilisation.

  • Red Bull Wololo first launched in 2020 with two seasons of competitive Age of Empires 2.
  • The Definitive Edition of the iconic real-time strategy game was adapted to pit players against each other in custom 1v1 battles of Empire Wars.
  • Red Bull Wololo III will begin on January 2nd carrying prizes and rewards for the top 128 players participating.
  • The third iteration will offer amazing experiences and an even bigger prize pool up for grabs as well as a twist to the tournament series with the introduction of a brand-new story.

Red Bull Wololo is a global online Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition tournament series offering custom 1v1 battles of the Empire Wars game mode. Rivals have fallen but are not yet defeated as Red Bull Wololo III, the third iteration will begin on January 2nd, presenting new challenges, offering even bigger prizes and introducing a brand-new story that will create an overarching narrative to give this epic event an even greater twist.

Played in two parts, the Open Qualifiers will take place over two weekends, and the eight qualifier winners invited to the Finals will face the top eight pros from Red Bull Wololo II and the world’s finest Age of Empires professional players Mr_Yo, TheViper, Hera, Liereyy, TaToH, TheMax, Nicov and Capoch. A series of qualifier prizes are up for grabs for the top 128 players including official Red Bull Wololo hoodies, gaming mousepads, amazing AOC Gaming monitors and custom engraved wooden tankards. The 16-person Finals event will be played over five days, starting January 16th, with a remarkable prize pool on offer.

Red Bull Wololo III is a unique take on the Empire Wars game mode where two players will face off in one-on-one competition in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. Each game starts in the Feudal Age meaning the first stages of a traditional match have been scrapped, with the more exciting action brought to the forefront as players battle across 12 new and existing maps. As part of the epic conclusion to this unique tournament series Red Bull Wololo III will introduce a new story and cement the overarching narrative and twist to the competition. In each event players have been fighting over a castle which has a library containing knowledge required for world domination. Red Bull Wololo I and II had players compete for control of a castle and library in a Western civilization. Red Bull Wololo III will represent Asian Civilization. The Grand Final will see the winners of each tournament compete in a battle of the wits with the top players rising to the final ultimate challenge to compete for the strongest civilization.

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The event will be streamed globally and hosted by prominent Age of Empires 2 casters, including T90Official, Nili_Aoe and Dave_Aoe, for the English stream.

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Stretch Network Announces the Total KO Series with €333,000 Prize Pool

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Get ready to shuffle up and deal because Stretch Network is bringing the heat this summer with the awaited Total KO Series (TKO) Tournament for Stretch’s Global Network with €333,000 prize pool! Running from July 10 to July 28, 2024, this series promises to thrill both seasoned pros and newcomers alike.

Key Events To Know:
● Main Event (€50,000 GTD): Scheduled for Saturday, July 27
● Mini Main Event (€12,500 GTD): Taking place on Friday, July 26
● Main Event Omaha (€5,000 GTD): Omaha enthusiasts won’t be left out, as they can compete for a €5,000 guarantee on Sunday, July 28

Daily Excitement: Throughout the series, Daily Headliners deliver GTDs up to €20,000, ensuring there’s always action no matter when you join the fray.

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Special Features:
● Tourneymania Leaderboard: From July 11 to July 28, players can earn points for knockouts across tournaments. With a €5,000 prize pool up for grabs, it’s not just about winning pots—it’s about accumulating points and climbing the leaderboard.
● Freeroll Tournament: Designed to welcome new players, the €1,000 GTD Freeroll promises an accessible entry into the TKO Series without any buy-in.
Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to stack your chips high at the TKO Series!

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BetMGM announces partnership with Tottenham Hotspur

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LeoVegas Group’s newly launched international sportsbook brand BetMGM has entered into a new three-year partnership with Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, branding the Premier League club’s training wear. The partnership, LeoVegas Group’s third Premier League partnership deal in just a week, will significantly boost the Group’s visibility and showcase its hero sportsbook brand BetMGM to millions of football fans across the world.

LeoVegas Group and Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur F.C. have today announced their new 3-year partnership deal that will see the Group’s newly launched sportsbook brands BetMGM become the men’s and women’s club’s Official Betting Partner, as well as the Official Front of Training Wear Partner of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. As Official Partner, BetMGM will prominently feature on media backdrops and the men’s training kit during Premier League, domestic cup, and European fixtures. Additionally, the brand will be regularly highlighted on pitch-side LEDs at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the largest club stadium in London, on stadium big screens, and on IPTV.

The partnership will enable increased awareness and reach of the Group’s sportsbook brand BetMGM, which was recently launched in the UK and the Netherlands. Customers and fans can expect to be included in exciting partnership events, including unique experiences for fans and giveaways.

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Sam Behar, UK Director BetMGM, said “We are very proud to launch this partnership with Spurs as their progressive spirit fully aligns with BetMGM’s ambitions. This is our third Premier League deal in just a week, and we look forward to kicking off this exciting season as we continue to grow BetMGM’s presence in the world of sports.”  

Ryan Norys, Chief Revenue Officer at Tottenham Hotspur, said “We are delighted to announce this partnership with BetMGM. The Club and BetMGM’s values align exceptionally well through a competitive spirit, whilst also continuing to strive for greatness.

“BetMGM has demonstrated it is putting its customers first by continuously developing its product offering to fans. Throughout this partnership, we are looking to help BetMGM further establish itself in the UK market, as well as enhancing customers’ knowledge around responsible gambling.

The new Premier League club deal marks LeoVegas Group’s third in a week, underscoring a significant milestone in the strategy to amplify its focus on sports. Over recent years, the Group has entered into several strategic partnerships, most recently with Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. and Newcastle United F.C.

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BETSSON SPORT BECOMES THE NEW FRONT JERSEY PARTNER OF INTER

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The new jerseys will, for the first time, display two stars, marking Inter’s 20th Scudetto victory. The strategic alliance unites two prominent names in their respective fields, each boasting a rich heritage. This four-year agreement represents the largest shirt sponsorship deal in the club’s history.

The partnership signifies the largest shirt deal ever for both Betsson and the Serie A champions and last year’s Champions League finalists FC Internazionale Milano. Alongside the prominent display of Betsson.sport on the team jerseys, both parties share a mutual goal of enhancing the overall fan experience. With Betsson’s extensive reach and innovative approach, the goal is also to strengthen and connect with supporters worldwide.

“This sponsorship is the biggest to date for Betsson,” stated Jesper Svensson, CEO of Betsson Operations. “It allows us to connect with passionate football fans in Italy and around the world. Our aim is to be more than just a sponsor – we want to be a partner that brings excitement and value to the club and its supporters. This deal reinforces our strategic growth in key markets and underscores our commitment to positioning Betsson as a leading global sports brand within the industry.”

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“We are delighted to welcome Betsson into the Nerazzurri family as the Official Main Partner and to have signed this historic agreement that will see the Betsson Sport logo placed on the front of our new kits. This new collaboration will help us reach new heights in fan engagement and with our partner’s extensive reach and innovative approach, we are poised to expand our international fanbase and enhance the overall experience for supporters in Italy and worldwide” commented Alessandro Antonello, FC Internazionale Milano Corporate CEO.

Betsson Group’s sponsorship portfolio extends globally, with a strong presence in various sports and football clubs. In Latin America – Betsson is the main sponsor of Boca Juniors, Racing Club de Avellaneda and Atlético Nacional. In Italy, the infotainment brand Betsson Sport has partnerships with clubs such as SSC Napoli, Torino FC and Francesco Totti as ambassador.

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