Do they really house 173,500 attendants.
Yes! This record was set during the Intel finals in Katowice (the fifth year in that location). It used to be a weekend-long event, but it now takes place over two weekends. More than 46 million viewers watched online (up 35% from last year).
And you're reaction to the legitimacy of the sport is spot on!
I might as well find my gaming controller lol