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Esports

Competitive Ruling: C9 Hai

Cloud9’s Hai made an obscene gesture towards an opponent while on stage during the 2015 World Championship.

By Lolesports Staff

2015-10-21

FACTS

Cloud9’s Hai made an obscene gesture towards an opponent while on stage during the final day of Group Stages for the 2015 World Championship.

RELEVANT RULES

9.1.3 Disruptive Behavior / Insults.

A Team Member may not take any action or perform any gesture directed at an opposing Team Member, or incite any other individual(s) to do the same, which is insulting, mocking, disruptive, or antagonistic.

RULING

Hai has violated Section 9.1.3 of the World Championship ruleset and is subject to penalties.

COMPETITION PENALTIES

Hai is fined ‎€500.

CONTEXT

Pro players are expected to behave professionally and show good sportsmanship when competing at the World Championship.

Lolesports Staff

The collective team behind the scenes at lolesports.