In an effort to raise awareness about online safety, Dubai Police is set to host an Esports Tournament with a total cash prize of Dh50,000. The tournament is scheduled as a side event during the forthcoming UAE SWAT Challenge, taking place from February 3-7 at the Al Ruwayyah Training Facility.
While elite police tactical teams from around the world compete in head-to-head challenges, young e-gamers will also have the chance to battle it out and showcase their gaming skills. Major Abdullah Al Shehi, deputy director of Cyber Investigation at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, emphasized the importance of such initiatives. He stated, “Hosting Esports competitions, which appeal to diverse societal segments, especially the youth, is a significant opportunity for raising awareness on critical issues.”
The tournament, slated for February 3 and 4 at the main hall of the UAE SWAT Challenge, will feature two popular gaming titles. On the first day, four teams will compete in Counter-Strike 2, while the remaining four teams will participate in Valorant on the second day. A total of 40 players, divided into eight teams, including six men’s and two women’s teams, will compete for the prizes.
The winners of each tournament will be handsomely rewarded, with the first-place team receiving Dh15,000, and the runner-up taking home Dh10,000, making the total prize pool for the Esports Tournament Dh50,000.