Arena matches with cash prizes

[Ronin Storm]

Spotted a bit of news over at Eurogamer that might interest any WoWers:

Blizzard is to launch a global World of Warcraft tournament in April, offering cash prizes for the best players in the Arena combat system. The grand prize will be USD 75,000.

The tournament will be played on special servers that allow players to instantly create level 70 characters with "epic" equipment (i.e. the best available), thus levelling the playing field, and placing the emphasis on skill and tactics.

Not a bad overall prize, there. €15 to enter, though.