A report published October 1, 2023, highlighted underdogs as a way to bring more people to esports.

Why underdogs matter

Less-favored competitors can give audiences a reason to follow a contest beyond its established names.

That wider interest matters to competitive scenes seeking to reach more viewers.

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U.S. Coast Guard USCGRC by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jasmine Mieszala · Public domain

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