ESL to close women's Impact league

Tournament operator ESL has announced the closure of the ESL Impact Women's Counter-Strike 2 league after the conclusion of its eighth season. The official statement, published on the X social media account, stated that the decision was made for financial reasons.

We have made the incredibly difficult decision to suspend the esl impact circuit at the end of season 8. While ESL Impact has succeeded in its mission to raise the profile of women’s counter-strike, despite significant investment, the current economic model is simply not sustainable.

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive esports ecosystem remains a core value for efg, and we will continue to support the community.

With this upcoming season being the last of the current esl impact iteration we want to thank all the players, teams, and fans for your dedication and for everything esl impact has accomplished.

Notably, FURIA fe won ESL Impact League Season 7. The ESL Impact League Season 7 LAN Finals were held from May 22 to 25 in Dallas, USA, featuring eight squads. The event's prize pool amounted to $123,000.

Origin: x.com