Computer games such as Dota 2 claim to be a real sport, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
“What previously could not be called a sport is already claiming to become a real sport. In terms of the number of followers, all these phenomena are beginning to surpass real sports. We have to keep up with the times, ”he said in an interview with reporters.
As the website kp.ru wrote, the Russian e-sports team Team Spirit won the world championship in the computer game Dota 2. The prize money for the victory amounted to $ 18.2 million. In the final, the Russians played against the Chinese team PSG.LGD and won 3: 2.
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated the Russian cybersports player on the victory. As the head of state noted, they showed leadership qualities and solidarity in the decisive duel, which became a real test of skill and character.
