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World RX Esport Invitational<\/strong><\/h1>\n
Motorsport Games, Codemasters and FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy partner to create the World RX Esports Invitational Championship<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Online racers have the opportunity to face off against FIA World Rallycross Championship drivers as qualifying goes live on DiRT Rally 2.0 on Saturday 28^{th<\/sup>\u00a0March<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n}
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Motorsport Games, the video game company dedicated to the integration of racing game development and esports, has today announced a partnership with Codemasters and the FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy to create the World RX Esports Invitational Championship. The series will be held on the dates of selected rounds of the 2020 FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy that have been postponed due to health concerns and government regulations relating to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. The first race, the Barcelona World RX Esports Invitational, will be held on Sunday 19^{th<\/sup>\u00a0April using DiRT Rally 2.0 on PC via Steam.<\/p>\n}
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<span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>A number of the official World RX drivers will be taking part in the championship and fans around the world will have the opportunity to earn a place on the grid against these stars when the Qualifying event goes live on DiRT Rally 2.0 on PC this Saturday (28<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0March). The top drivers who complete the 6-lap race around the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in the fastest time will be invited to take part in the live streamed showcase. In order to enter, PC Steam players should go to the \u2018My Team\u2019 section of DiRT Rally 2.0 on Saturday 28<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0March from 10am (GMT) and select the specially-marked promotional FIA World Rallycross tile from the Events screen.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Paul Bellamy, Senior Vice President of Motorsports Events at IMG, the promoter of the FIA World Rallycross Championship, said: \u201cWe hope that by offering fans around the world the chance to engage with World RX via an alternative esports championship, we are providing a small level of enjoyment in these difficult times.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Dmitry Kozko, CEO of Motorsport Games commented: \u201cThis partnership with the FIA World Rallycross Championship is further evidence of Motorsport Games\u2019 commitment to rights holders in helping them engage with their fans during this very difficult time. It is also a continuation of our excellent relationship with Codemasters, which has already seen us manage and broadcast the DiRT Rally 2.0 World Series earlier this year.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCombining our best in class esports technology and competition management expertise with real World RX drivers and commentary talent will create a thrilling spectacle for the fans. The fact that online racers are also able to take part, and potential race against their heroes, takes the fan engagement to the next level. It\u2019s going to be a great show.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Ross Gowing, Game Director of DiRT Rally 2.0 at Codemasters said: \u201cWith so much of the sporting world currently unable to compete, it\u2019s great to see the gaming community come together for virtual tournaments which offer some light relief during these uncertain times. We\u2019re excited to be a part of the\u00a0World RX Esports Invitational and look forward to seeing pro drivers and fans take to DiRT Rally 2.0 in a competitive, yet fun, environment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Motorsport Games\u2019 investment in esports includes the ability to be able to manage and distribute an esports broadcast remotely, including live commentary. 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