Zwift Games: Bike Esports on a Global Scale 2024

As per reports from the prominent global online cycling platform, the eagerly anticipated Zwift Games are poised to ascend as the largest cycling esports event ever orchestrated. This grand spectacle aims not only to provide an exhilarating platform for cyclists but also to extend an open invitation for enthusiasts to partake in thrilling virtual competitions amidst thousands of fellow Zwifters.

Encompassing an ethos of inclusivity, the Zwift Games offer an accessible route for all, forging an open qualifying pathway leading to the illustrious Zwift Games Elite Finals. Here, aspirants are afforded the opportunity to seize the coveted title of overall Zwift Games Champion.

Mark your calendars for the late February 2024 qualification races, setting the stage for the grand culmination during the initial weeks of March 2024—the prestigious Zwift Games Elite Finals. This pinnacle event will not only crown champions across three medal disciplines for both men and women but also unveil the ultimate male and female champions. Moreover, winners shall partake in a significant share of Zwift's most substantial prize purse to date (specifics to be disclosed).

The launch of the Zwift Games in 2024 appears to serve as a strategic stride to reaffirm Zwift's stature as the frontrunner in the realm of virtual cycling platforms, emphasizing its stronghold in the sphere of esports racing.

Notably, this monumental announcement comes hot on the heels of the news regarding MyWhoosh, a virtual cycling platform headquartered in the UAE, supplanting Zwift as the host platform for the forthcoming UCI Esports World Championships. Despite Zwift's longstanding collaboration with the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and its role as the host platform for the 2023 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships, this paradigm shift has ignited a new chapter in the virtual cycling landscape.

Distinguishing itself, the Zwift Games extend an unprecedented invitation to Zwifters worldwide, enabling participation in the new championship events. For those inclined towards community involvement, Zwift offers avenues to engage in community events associated with each championship.

Highlighting its commitment to inclusivity, Zwift underscores, "The Zwift Games are envisioned as the most egalitarian cycling championship, welcoming Zwifters worldwide." To offer a glimpse into the future of cycling esports, Zwift is set to curate exhibition races showcasing the latest innovations in Zwift racing.

The Zwift Bike Esports (BKES) will spotlight three championship races:

The Sprint Championship

The Epic Championship

The Hill Climb Championship