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Esports Academy Berlin Enters Its Second Round

For the second year running, the State of Berlin and the esports player foundation are jointly supporting young talent on their journey to becoming professional esports players, with up to 25 places available this year. The programme also has a new name.

Marcel Kleffmann
Marcel Kleffmann
May 26, 2026 – 1 min read

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Esports Academy Berlin Enters Its Second Round
Franziska Giffey, Berlin's Senator for Economic Affairs, is playing a key role in promoting esports in the capital. In June 2025, she unveiled the first "Esports Team Berlin", funded by the Senate. In its second year, the programme will be renamed "Esports Academy Berlin". © esports player foundation (epf)

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