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Oakley unveils Scump as first sponsored esports athlete

North American lifestyle brand Oakley has announced the signing of professional Call of Duty player Seth ‘Scump’ Abner as its first esports athlete.

Scump joins the likes of NFL players Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson as a member of Oakley’s ever-expanding roster.

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The deal will see Oakley become the exclusive eyewear partner of Scump, who will wear its products during all competitive matches and on his live streams.

Scump commented on the collaboration in a release: “It is an honour to be the first esports athlete on Team Oakley.