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X Games League launches with new team structure and athlete draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:16 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

X Games League launches with new team structure and athlete draft

Summary

The X Games League officially launches on June 27, 2026, introducing a global, team-based format that replaces traditional standalone events. The inaugural summer season starts with four clubs in Los Angeles, New York, São Paulo, and Tokyo, featuring nearly 100 athletes across 18 disciplines. Athletes will compete for individual medals and team points in a season culminating in a championship in New Orleans. The new league strategy aims to transform the X Games into a year-round professional league, with franchise sales already initiated. The inaugural draft took place in March, marking a significant shift in athlete representation.

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By the Numbers

•X Games League replaces standalone events with a team-based structure.
•Athletes compete for individual and team points in summer and winter seasons.
•First season features clubs in four cities and 18 disciplines.
•Inaugural draft in March saw 40 athletes selected for teams.
•Championship event scheduled for New Orleans at the season's end.

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5:16 PMYahoo Sports — X Games League Is Here. This Is How It Works

What they're saying

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On Friday, X Games League, the new global, team-based season structure, will replace the standalone X Games events of the past. Here's how it will work and how to watch.
— Yahoo Sports

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