Roland Garros has announced that the 2024 Roland-Garros eSeries by Renault is currently open, with the platform being thee mobile game Tennis Clash. Of the eight quarter final spots, four are for those who qualify through the game, while one is reserved for the reigning champion William “Fozzy” Foster, former tennis champion Gilles Simon, a wildcard entrance to French association Handigamers, and the final slot to the best female player of Tennis Clash. There is €5,000 split between winner and runner up.
The finals will be taking place on May 25th at Roland Garros. Speaking of his involvement in the tournament Simon Gilles said, “I’m so excited to be invited to take part in this esport Final Stage. It allows me to make the link between tennis and video games, which have always been my two great passions. It’s a huge challenge for me, but I’m up for it!”
“We are very proud to become the title partner of Roland-Garros eSeries and to support the development of this esport competition. Video gaming has become an inevitable intergenerational activity and a popular brand like Renault naturally finds its place in it. For this occasion, we will provide Tennis Cash players with exclusive racket strings branded with Renault 5 colors, allowing them to boost their stamina and strength attributes.” says Stéphane Barbat, Renault Global Marketing Partnership Director.
This year also marks the first year Mastercard has extending its sponsorship to the eSeries tournament, having been a sponsor at Roland Garros for the past 11 years.
Source: Press Release
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