In relation to the matches between Tim and Happyhappy found HERE , upon completion and even during that match the Admin team started an investigation into the potential issues with game validity. Many of which were also reflected on within the community.
The interim decision was to remove all points from both players while that investigation progressed. We wanted to give as much opportunity as possible to receive clear, open and honest explanations as to what went on. While we can find no clear evidence of any "cheat" for want of a better word, it is very apparent that many of the games were not played with the same integrity expected from all tournament players. This not only shows disrespect to the tournament, sponsors and other players but ultimately to the community itself.
While it would be impossible in some matches to be certain of any players valid game play, this instance was not one of them.
Neither player was disqualified for this event or any future events, a rematch was not a factor, so the final decision was to confirm the award of 0 points to both players for the match in question.
A decision that was not accepted and hence the resignation from Tim, but one that was not going to be reversed by admins.
A very unfortunate post to have to make and one that we take no satisfaction from.
The interim decision was to remove all points from both players while that investigation progressed. We wanted to give as much opportunity as possible to receive clear, open and honest explanations as to what went on. While we can find no clear evidence of any "cheat" for want of a better word, it is very apparent that many of the games were not played with the same integrity expected from all tournament players. This not only shows disrespect to the tournament, sponsors and other players but ultimately to the community itself.
While it would be impossible in some matches to be certain of any players valid game play, this instance was not one of them.
Neither player was disqualified for this event or any future events, a rematch was not a factor, so the final decision was to confirm the award of 0 points to both players for the match in question.
A decision that was not accepted and hence the resignation from Tim, but one that was not going to be reversed by admins.
A very unfortunate post to have to make and one that we take no satisfaction from.