Riot Video games has introduced that ‘no disciplinary motion’ will probably be taken in opposition to VCT EMEA participant Dawid ‘PROFEK‘ Święc.
The choice comes following an investigation right into a video that surfaced on-line from 2022, the place the BBL Esports member was discovered utilizing offensive language.
The developer acknowledged that the choice was made as a result of the incident occurred earlier than PROFEK was competing professionally inside the VALORANT esports ecosystem. Subsequently, it was not ‘inside the scope’ of Riot Video games’ Esports World Code of Conduct.
On the finish of the announcement, Riot Video games additional added that it reserves the suitable to reopen the investigation ought to ‘new data or proof’ floor.
PROFEK’s Response to Riot Video games’ Determination
PROFEK has since responded to Riot Video games’ assertion, stating that the choice ‘means rather a lot’ to the BBL Esports participant.
“I sincerely apologise to everybody I’ve offended. After 4 years, I’ve grown rather a lot as an individual, and I perceive my horrible errors. And belief me, I actually imply it. I additionally need to thank my associates and BBL followers who have been supporting me on this scenario.”
Riot Video games first addressed the scenario on August thirtieth, when it shared that it was ‘conscious of the video’ involving PROFEK. The video in query was posted on X (previously Twitter), and noticed the professional participant use offensive language throughout a ranked match in 2022.
Nonetheless, consistent with disciplinary procedures, the BBL Esports participant was nonetheless allowed to compete in VCT EMEA whereas the investigation was ongoing. As such, PROFEK continued to play for BBL Esports in VCT EMEA Stage 2.
BBL Esports Place Third in VCT EMEA Stage 2
On August thirtieth, BBL Esports performed within the Decrease Bracket Finals in opposition to GIANTX after dropping to Staff Liquid 2-1 within the Higher Bracket Finals the day prior. PROFEK was current for this sport, however regardless of having a full squad, the roster misplaced 0-3 to GIANTX.
“Essentially the most disappointing factor for me was the final sport vs GIANTX,” PROFEK added. “I couldn’t be there for the workforce. The entire feelings which have been in that second have been tremendous arduous for me to step up and assist the workforce, simply as I at all times did in each match I performed for BBL.”
With out inserting within the high two of the Stage 2 event and inserting fifth total within the EMEA Championship Level standings, BBL Esports didn’t qualify for VALORANT Champions 2025 in Paris.
