At least three situations this event of people acting out... Really disappointing to see things like this. You aren't being 'funny' by doing these things. Just do better people, it really isn't hard.
Having to explain how come some people would print and write something like this, to my girlfriend and my father in law was not nice.
I invited them to experience what I consider to be the #1 CS event all year. Invited them to see what I do for a living, and experience the greatest atmosphere Counter Strike has to offer.
I’m sad this also had to be part of the story. I find it hard to explain, cause what exactly is the reasoning to make something like this makes sense?
I do my job, and I do it with all I got. I bust my ass off every event to do it justice.
I spend 200 days away from home every single year, devouring my entire professional life to this wonderful game. You may not agree with everything I say or do, and that’s totally fair. But let’s keep it civil shall we, my job is a BIG part of my life, but it ain’t all of my life.
This crossed a line for me, and I hope that’s the last time I have to explain to someone in my life, what ugly sides also tag along.
As a great friend said to me, when did feeling shame become unpopular?
Cologne was once again absolutely fantastic in every other aspect. City was full of life, the atmosphere in the arena remarkable. Beyond excited to return next year for the IEM Cologne 2026 Major ❤️