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Largest individual prize in an esports tournament

The current largest individual prize in an esports tournament record is $3 million, held by Kyle "Bugha" Giersdorf, set on July 28, 2019. Last checked October 14, 2026.

$3

million

Kyle "Bugha" Giersdorf

Arthur Ashe Stadium, Queens, New York, USA, 2019

Holder
Kyle "Bugha" Giersdorf
Record
$3 million
Exact figure
$3,000,000
Location
Arthur Ashe Stadium, Queens, New York, USA
Date set
July 28, 2019
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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