Ubisoft is proud to announce its participation in the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris, where both Rainbow Six Siege and Trackmania will feature among the world’s leading esports titles. Ubisoft will showcase two competitive gaming franchises on one of the industry’s biggest international stages.
The Esports World Cup 2026 marks the first time the event is being hosted in Paris, creating a unique opportunity to celebrate world-class competition while highlighting the strength and diversity of the gaming and esports ecosystem in France. Rainbow Six Siege and Trackmania will join leading esports titles from around the world as players compete in front of a global audience.
“The Esports World Cup coming to Paris is a defining moment for the global esports industry and for the players and fans who make it so vibrant. Esports is no longer a subculture, it’s a global sport and an entertainment powerhouse, with professional athletes, dedicated fanbases, and events that rival traditional sports in scale and passion.” said François-Xavier Deniele, VP Marketing & Esports, R6 at Ubisoft. “As a French publisher, we are especially proud to see Rainbow Six Siege and Trackmania represented on this world stage, here in France. Their presence in the Esports World Cup reflects the strength of our communities and the role Ubisoft continues to play in shaping competitive gaming around the world.”
This year’s competition will see Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege take place from August 4–15 with a $2,000,000 prize pool, followed by Trackmania from August 19–22 with a $500,000 prize pool, drawing some of the world’s top players and teams to Paris.
With more than 100 million registered players to date, Rainbow Six Siege continues to be one of the most established competitive ecosystems in esports, supported by a global circuit that has connected players, teams, and fans for more than a decade. During the event, Rainbow Six Siege will reveal the content of its upcoming Season 3, shaped by player feedback and designed to give our community more reasons to play, improve, and embrace the competitive experience at their own pace.
For more than 20 years, Trackmania has stood as one of the most iconic names in racing esports, bringing together elite competitors from around the world through its unique blend of creativity, accessibility, precision, and high-skill competition.
