Inside Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 Powered by ADNOC Hosts the Next Wave of Sport
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Inside Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 Powered by ADNOC Hosts the Next Wave of Sport
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What happens when sport starts on a console… and finishes on the pitch?https://yallasports.ae/news/esports/abu-dhabi-to-host-games-of-the-future-this-december/In this Yalla Sports interview, event organiser Niccolò Nicotra breaks down Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 Powered by ADNOC — a new “phygital” competition format that blends digital gameplay + physical sport, with the final result decided by the combined score.We cover what “phygital” actually means, why Abu Dhabi was chosen as host city, what fans can expect inside ADNEC, and how this format could shape where sport goes next — from phygital football and basketball to tech-heavy disciplines like drone racing and robot battles.Key details mentioned in the interview• Event dates: 18–23 December 2025• 11 disciplines at the Abu Dhabi edition• 50+ countries represented, 1,000+ athletes + 200 referees• Around 80% of ADNEC dedicated to the event• Organiser goals: athlete experience, unity/cultural exchange, and a memorable fan experience🎟️ Tickets / event info: https://abudhabi2025.gofuture.games/en/