Since the official launch of VCS Hoàng Hôn 2023, this tournament has faced issues as SBTC Esports – the runner-up of the previous VCS Hừng Đông, has been embroiled in allegations of negativity. Moreover, according to many experts in the VCS scene, the situation surrounding SE is extremely serious and affects many parties. In fact, three players currently representing SE, Slayder, Dia1, and Palette, have been removed from the roster for the Vietnam League of Legends team for the ASIAD, despite having previously announced the lineup.
However, despite the many developments from the parties involved, VCS has yet to issue a final ruling on the incident. In fact, SE even sent an open letter to VCS urging for the investigation results. Additionally, there has been much speculation that the VCS organizers and Riot might seek help from Sportradar – an organization specializing in investigating negative issues in sports, to assist in the inquiry. Yet, as VCS Hoàng Hôn 2023 approaches its final stages, everything remains silent.
Recently, VCS has made its first official announcement regarding the investigation results. Specifically, the VCS organizers have decided to disqualify SE from all matches in VCS Hoàng Hôn 2023. Naturally, the SE team will not participate in the playoffs. However, the three members currently with SE – player Palette, coach Naul, and analyst HYPE – have been confirmed as no longer under investigation and can resume normal activities. As for Palette, from the announcement by the VCS organizers, it can be understood that he and his teammates have been suspended from competition during this time.
Following VCS’s announcement, many viewers expressed satisfaction that the VCS organizers have shown the first results of the investigation. Furthermore, the announcement from VCS opens a new path for Palette, who has faced numerous issues during this time. However, there are also opinions awaiting the results of the remaining investigations. Simultaneously, some also speculate that this may be the final chapter for the SE brand, right at a time when they seemed to be achieving their first successes after finishing as runners-up in VCS Hừng Đông 2023.
Overall, fans have gained some insight into the SE incident. The worst-case scenarios are something no one wishes for. However, VCS fans certainly hope for a healthy environment for League of Legends in Vietnam and esports in general to have a chance for robust development.