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THE F1 ESPORTS SERIES PRO CHAMPIONSHIP IS BACK!
2022 F1 Esports Series Pro Championship presented by Aramco returns with more live shows than ever before.
The 2022 F1 Esports Series Pro Championship presented by Aramco returns on Wednesday 14th September in a new three day-per-Event format with an increased offering of live shows. This year’s schedule of Events and full driver line-ups have been announced, as teams prepare to battle it out once again for a piece of the huge $750,000 prize pot.
This year, drivers will compete in four Events that will each feature three days of racing action, with qualifying and the race of each Round taking place on its own day. Both qualifying and the race for Round 1 at the Sakhir International Circuit, will take place on Wednesday 14th September, before Round 2 (Imola) and Round 3 (Silverstone) will take place on the Thursday and Friday respectively. Each qualifying session will be live from 15:30 BST on the official Formula 1 YouTube, Twitch and Huya, with the race be broadcast live from 19:30 BST on the same platforms, plus Facebook. All the race streams will also be broadcast with select TV broadcasters too, including Sky Sports F1, Viaplay and ESPN. Production will again come live from the Gfinity Arena in London, but drivers will continue to race from team Esports facilities or factories, or their own homes, and will compete on the official F1® 22 video game, developed by EA and Codemasters.
Last year’s series exceeded expectations and shattered records last year reaching over 23 million views across all digital platforms, representing a 103% year-on-year increase; the Grand Final alone saw 4.5m fans tune in to watch – a 67% YoY increase. The competition’s impressive appeal is undeniable as over 1.3 million people attempted to qualify for this year’s championship, almost three times as many as last year.
For their third consecutive year, Aramco return as the presenting partner of the Pro Championship alongside long-term partners DHL and Fanatec, who continue to play a fundamental role in the F1 Esports Series, with the latter again supplying hardware to all drivers for this year’s campaign, as it has done since 2018.
HUGE MOVES ACROSS THE GRID
Since last year’s Championship, there have been several high-profile moves across the grid, including Lucas Blakeley, who was third in last year’s competition, moving from Aston Martin to McLaren Shadow, Manuel Biancolilla’s return after a year out to join Aston Martin, and Filip Prešnajder’s move from Alfa Romeo to Alpine. Reigning back-to-back champion Jarno Opmeer remains at Mercedes, whilst Brendon Leigh stays at Ferrari alongside team-mate Davide Tonizza. Red Bull have retained all their drivers, including the formidable pairing of Marcel Kiefer and Frede Rasmussen.
This new season brings plenty of new talent to the grid as Alpine sign Briton Luke Smith who finished second in the 2022 Pro Exhibition, while Aston Martin bring in Pro-Exhibition semi-finalist Josh Evans, and Haas sign the 2022 Pro Exhibition champion, Thomas Ronhaar.
2022 CALENDAR ANNOUNCED
This year’s campaign will begin on Wednesday 14th September, as drivers replicate the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship by starting off at the Bahrain International Circuit, before taking to the iconic circuits of Imola and Silverstone.
While most of the selected venues remain the same as last year, Suzuka joins this year’s calendar, as F1 looks forward to returning to Japan, and the season finale will take place at another new addition to this year’s schedule, as competitors battle it out for the title at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, mirroring the real-life Formula 1 championship.
Brandon Snow, Managing Director – Commercial at Formula 1®, said:
“We’re very excited about the new season of the F1 Esports Series Pro Championship and its growing success, and with so many promising big moves and intriguing driver shifts on the grid, we can’t wait to kick off the season and get racing. As always, we want to thank our partners Aramco, DHL and Fanatec for their continued support which enables us to bring elite sim-racing to an increasing number of fans around the world.”
Paul Jeal, F1 Senior Franchise Director at Codemasters, said:
“The new era of F1 has delivered incredible drama, and it’s time for the best esports drivers to take their seats in a fresh format for a piece of the £750,000 prize pot. With up-and-coming talent facing off with established pros, this season could be the most unpredictable yet, and we can’t wait for lights out.”
John Clarke, CEO at Gfinity, said:
“The F1 Esports Pro Championship continues to go from strength to strength. Last year’s viewing numbers more than doubled, which resulted in a record 1.3million drivers taking part in the battle for a place on one of the F1 teams’ rosters. That number has now been whittled down to the top 30 drivers who are primed to come together and test their skills on twelve iconic Formula 1 circuits. This year’s event promises to be the biggest and best yet and we can’t wait to bring the racing live to the world from the home of F1 Esports, the Gfinity Arena.”

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Natural8 India Unveils Its Biggest Exclusive Poker Giveaway Yet!
Nine Indian Players to Compete at APT Taipei 2025 for the Prestigious Lions Trophy: Natural8 India to Unveil its Biggest Poker Giveaway!
Natural8 India is back with yet another thrilling opportunity for Indian poker players to showcase their skills on an international stage. After an unforgettable journey to APT Manila, the platform is now setting its sights on APT Taipei 2025, offering nine Indian players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete live and vie for the prestigious APT Lions Trophy. Set to be the biggest APT Taipei series ever, this exclusive event promises high stakes, intense competition, and an unmatched poker experience in an all-new venue.
The road to Taipei begins with the highly anticipated Online MTT on March 23, 2025, at 8:30 PM IST, where players can secure their place in the top nine. With a buy-in of INR 5,500 and satellite tournaments starting at just INR 550, the event ensures that every poker enthusiast has a shot at glory. The stakes are higher than ever, with an additional INR 20 lakh in added benefits—a 33% increase from previous events—making this India’s biggest exclusive poker giveaway yet.
Winners will receive an all-expense-paid trip to APT Taipei, including flights and accommodation worth up to INR 1,20,000 each. The top four will also claim Main Event tickets worth INR 1,47,000, while the remaining five will secure Mini Main Event tickets valued at INR 67,000. The live final table, set for April 26, 2025, will be streamed directly from Taipei, ensuring an electrifying showdown as players battle for the coveted Lions Trophy.
Speaking about the event, Kunal Patni, Executive Director and Country Head of Natural8 India, stated, “This is a golden opportunity for Indian players to make history on the international poker circuit. We can’t wait to see the top nine take on Taipei and bring the trophy home!”
As the excitement builds, Natural8 India remains committed to elevating the poker experience for Indian players, ensuring that they get the best possible platform to compete globally. With thrilling action, unparalleled rewards, and a shot at poker glory, APT Taipei 2025 promises to be an event to remember.
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Acer Refreshes Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro Graphics Cards with New AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series GPUs
Six new models announced for AI-enhanced gaming, streaming, and creation with 8K visuals and optimized thermal design with triple FrostBlade 4.0 cooling fans.
Acer today unveiled its latest Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro graphics cards, powered by the next-generation AMD Radeon™ RX 9000 Series GPUs. This cutting-edge line-up includes six models designed to elevate gaming and creative experiences with next-level performance and visual fidelity. The models include the Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 XT OC 16GB, Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 OC 16GB, and two Nitro graphics cards: Acer Nitro Radeon™ RX 9070 XT OC 16GB, Acer Nitro Radeon™ RX 9070 OC 16GB.
The new GPUs are engineered for ultra-fast gaming and demanding tasks, leveraging AMD RDNA™ 4 compute units and up to 16 GB of memory to deliver immersive 8K visuals. The advanced cooling technology, featuring three FrostBlade 4.0 fans, and reinforced designs ensures systems can be pushed to their limits while maintaining peak performance. DIY gamers will appreciate new software features such as Acer Intelligence Space, which offers intuitive AI system detection, and Acer Game Assistance’s adaptive aim system to give players a competitive edge.
AMD Radeon™ RX 9000 Series GPUs
The latest Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro Radeon RX 9070 Series graphics cards are powered by up to the new AMD Radeon™ RX 9070 XT OC Graphics, featuring unified AMD RDNA™ 4 architecture with powerful raytracing capabilities, AI accelerators and up to 16 GB of memory. Gamers can enjoy the latest gaming displays and experience increased visual quality for video streaming and editing as these next-generation designs activate AMD HYPR-RX to instantly enable all supported performance-boosting and latency-reducing technologies across thousands of games. Expect deep immersion with higher quality and clarity thanks to AI-powered AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution 4 image upscaling with advanced frame generation technologies, which boost framerates in supported games. Players can showcase their skills with enhanced multimedia and streaming experiences using the AMD Radiance Display™ Engine.
Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro Radeon™ RX 9000 Series Graphics Cards
The Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 XT OC 16GB graphics card boasts a boost clock of up to 3,100 MHz and game clock of up to 2,570 MHz, while the Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 OC 16GB graphics card offers boost and game clock speeds of up to 2,700 MHz and up to 2,210 MHz respectively for ultra-smooth responsiveness.
The Acer Nitro Radeon™ Series provides gamers and creators the tools to enhance their digital experiences, featuring maximum boost clock speeds of up to 3,100 MHz and game clock speeds of up to 2,570 MHz for balanced performance and efficiency. All models come equipped with the latest advancements from AMD Radeon™ technology and 16 GB of GDDR6 RAM, pushing the graphics cards to their maximum processing prowess.
Advanced Cooling and Durability
These GPUs are equipped with Acer’s advanced cooling systems, which provide added support in reaching peak performance. Featuring state-of-the-art cooling technology with triple FrostBlade 4.0 fans, counter-spin designs for smoother airflow, and oxygen-free thermal pipes, the Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro Radeon™ graphics cards maintain optimal heat dispersion to keep temperatures in check. Supported by dual-ball bearing systems and lubricating oil, the fans are engineered to reduce noise, withstand elevated temperatures, and minimize friction on the fan bearings.
These graphics cards are also built for lasting durability and dominance, crafted with an aluminum backplate and a metal anti-bending design, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of continuous use. Heat-dissipating vents and a reinforced copper base efficiently absorb heat from the GPUs, which is expelled quickly through oxygen-free heat pipes.
Intelligent Features
Acer Intelligent Space serves as the central hub for the device’s AI features, identifying system hardware, suggesting compatible AI applications to optimize performance, and helping players identify more gaming tools. Acer Game Assistance provides a competitive edge by automatically adjusting colors and offering a sniper mode for precise targeting in shooting games. Additionally, Acer ProCam automatically detects and records gameplay highlights to capture key moments in the game.
The multi-display capabilities allow users to connect to four displays, with each graphics card equipped with three DisplayPorts, one HDMI 2.1 port, and up to a PCIe 5.0 bus, providing a seamless and immersive experience across gaming, streaming, and creative applications.
Specifications
Name | Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 XT OC 16GB |
Model | PB-RX9070XT-SOC |
Graphics | AMD Radeon™ RX 9000 Series graphics |
Interface | BUS: PCIe 5.0 x 16 |
Memory | Size: 16 GB GDDR6
Bandwidth: 640 GB/s Speed: 20 GB/s |
Graphics Clock | Boost clock: Up to 3,100 MHz
Game clock: Up to 2,570 MHz |
Cooling | FrostBlade 4.0 ringed fans x 3, counter-spin design |
Output | HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1 x3,
Digital Max Resolution: 8K Simultaneous display: 4 |
Total Board Power | 340W |
Dimensions | 295 (L) x 120 (W) x 49(H) mm, 2.5 slots |
Name | Predator BiFrost Radeon™ RX 9070 OC 16GB |
Model | PB-RX9070-SOC |
Graphics | AMD Radeon™ RX 9000 Series graphics |
Interface | BUS: PCIe 5.0 x 16 |
Memory | Size: 16 GB GDDR6
Bandwidth: 640 GB/s Speed: 20 GB/s |
Graphics Clock | Boost clock: Up to 2,700 MHz
Game clock: Up to 2,210 MHz |
Cooling | FrostBlade 4.0 ringed fans x 3, counter-spin design |
Output | HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1 x3,
Digital Max Resolution: 8K Simultaneous display: 4 |
Total Board Power | 340W |
Dimensions | 295 (L) x 120 (W) x 49(H) mm, 2.5 slots |
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TEAM VITALITY ANNOUNCES ITS PARTICIPATION TO ESPORTS WORLD CUP FOUNDATION CLUB PROGRAM 2025
- After securing a top-4 finish and cementing its place among the world’s leading esports clubs, Team Vitality returns to the Esports World Club Program for a second consecutive year, aiming to continue its success by hoisting World Cup trophies.
- Driven by its ambition to become the best esports club in the world, Team Vitality is setting bold objectives for the 2025 Esports World Cup. This global competition presents a key opportunity to reinforce its status as an esports powerhouse by fielding top-tier rosters and competing for every title. Because in esports, every win counts.
Leading esports club Team Vitality is proud to announce its return to the Esports World Cup (EWC) for the 2025 edition. As an official Club Partner of the Esports World Cup Foundation, Team Vitality is set to showcase its competitive excellence on the global stage and reaffirm that performance is at the core of its identity. Over and above the performance, this type of major event allows us to continue to globalise the Team Vitality brand and increase our visibility around the world.
And this year, the French club is more determined than ever to win its flagship games (Counter-Strike, VALORANT, Rocket League, MLBB, RENNSPORT) and to spring a surprise on others (TFT, Chess, etc.). For the EWC Club Championship, Team Vitality is determined to make history alongside its global fan community!
NEW YEAR, NEW AMBITIONS, NEW GAMES
Launched in 2023, the Club Partner Program is a pioneering initiative that brings together top-tier esports clubs from around the world. Designed to unite esports fans across various game ecosystems, the program aims to expand the global esports community and elevate the sport’s reach and impact. After securing a top-four finish at last year’s inaugural tournament, Team Vitality is aiming for even greater success at the 2025 Esports World Cup.
With the introduction of new titles such as VALORANT and Chess to the competition, the EWC enables Team Vitality to expand its competitive ambitions across multiple disciplines. The club recently welcomed chess grandmaster Maxime ‘MVL’ Vachier-Lagrave as its first professional chess player and made a dominant statement in VALORANT by winning the VCT EMEA Kickoff with its star-studded roster.
AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE ESPORTS HISTORY IN FRONT OF OUR FANS
Competing at this prestigious international event presents a unique opportunity to solidify its place among the world’s best esports organizations. As one of the most renowned global competitions, the EWC has become a key milestone for leading clubs and a catalyst for accelerating international expansion through strategic roster acquisitions.
Team Vitality Co-Founder and President Fabien “Neo” Devide comments: “We are excited to join the Esports World Cup Foundation as an official Club Partner for 2025. This partnership reinforces our commitment to excellence on the global stage and our ambition to reach new heights. Our objective is clear: every win counts and brings us closer to being the best. The EWC presents a unique opportunity to showcase our strength across multiple esports disciplines and secure prestigious titles for our fans and legacy.”
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