The Free Fire division of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024 has been marred by controversy as two prominent teams, Team Solid and LOUD, have been penalized for violating tournament rules by attempting to team up with other competitors. The EWC organizers conducted a thorough investigation into the matter and swiftly took action to uphold the integrity of the competition.
In an official statement released on social media, the EWC revealed the findings of their investigation, confirming that both Team Solid and LOUD engaged in misconduct by attempting to collaborate with other teams during the tournament. This behavior is strictly prohibited under the tournament rules, particularly under section "15.11.4 Teaming Up".
As a consequence of their actions, Team Solid and LOUD have each been penalized with an immediate deduction of 5 points in today's Finals. This penalty serves as an immediate response to the misconduct identified during the tournament. Moreover, the EWC emphasized that additional sanctions are under review and may be imposed on both teams at a later stage.
The decision underscores the EWC's commitment to fair play and competitive integrity in esports. Team Solid and LOUD, recognized names in the Free Fire community, are facing scrutiny for actions that undermine the spirit of fair competition. The penalty not only affects their standings in the current tournament but also serves as a reminder to all participants about the consequences of breaching tournament regulations.
As the EWC Free Fire Finals continue, the spotlight remains on fair play and sportsmanship among all participating teams. The incident involving Team Solid and LOUD highlights the challenges faced in maintaining competitive integrity in esports and reinforces the importance of vigilance in enforcing tournament rules.
Fans and participants alike are encouraged to follow further developments regarding potential additional sanctions as the EWC continues to uphold its standards of fairness and transparency in esports competition.