The VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific region has been rocked by fresh controversy as DRX is accused of leaking scrims—a claim that has reignited long-standing concerns about competitive integrity within the professional scene. The issue came to a head during a heated exchange between TALON Esports coach Hector ‘FrosT’ Rosario and DRX head coach Seon-ho ‘termi’ Pyeon ahead of their Stage 1 Playoffs match on May 4.
A Personal Feud on the VCT Stage
Before the match even began, viewers witnessed a surprising and symbolic moment: FrosT declined a fist bump from termi, breaking from the typical sportsmanship observed on stage. This gesture was more than just a snub—it was a public signal of deeper tensions between the two veteran coaches.
Following the game, FrosT addressed the moment in a post-match interview, revealing that his actions stemmed from unresolved personal issues dating back to comments made by termi during the previous VCT season.
“There’s real smoke between us. It’s just a me and him thing that probably would never be resolved, and that’s okay,” FrosT stated.
This personal feud reopened an ongoing conversation about the alleged scrim sharing practices within the Pacific region, particularly involving Korean teams.
Scrim Sharing: A Persistent Problem?
While accusations of scrim leaking have surfaced in the past, they rarely gained traction. This time, however, several respected figures in the competitive VALORANT community have come forward to say that the practice is far more widespread than previously acknowledged.
Former TALON player Peter ‘Governor’ No shared his past experience via social media, claiming his team had once presented evidence of scrim sharing to Riot Games but were told that nothing could be enforced.
“We had proof of some teams scrim sharing and showed it, but Riot just didn’t really care,” he explained. “In my experiences last year, it definitely was a thing.”
On-air talent and TALON-affiliated streamer Jessica ‘Jess’ Bolden also commented on the drama, calling FrosT’s refusal to acknowledge termi “a raw and iconic moment.” She added that “he finally got to control what happens,” hinting at long-standing issues between the coaches that have remained behind closed doors—until now.
Global Voices Speak Up
The controversy didn’t stay confined to the Pacific region. Coaches and players from other VALORANT regions began to weigh in. Wolves Esports head coach Hoc Wah ‘Fayde’ Chong said he had personally experienced scrim leaking directed at his team. Likewise, Team Liquid’s assistant coach Daniel ‘yaotziN’ Roczniak stated that scrim sharing is a known issue across the global scene:
“Let’s be honest, scrim sharing is a huge problem that everyone already accepted. I’ve been accounting for it while planning practices for years.”
DRX Denies Scrim Leak Allegations
On May 4, DRX coach termi issued a public statement denying all allegations. He emphatically stated:
“DRX has never leaked scrims. If anything, we were victims of a scrim leak back in 2021 and know the feeling all too well.”
He also added that he would retire immediately if any verifiable evidence of misconduct were brought forward.
Other members of top Korean teams, including Gen.G and T1, have since spoken out in support of termi and DRX. Gen.G’s Munchkin and T1’s Meteor both denied ever engaging in or witnessing scrim leaking. T1’s BuZz, a former DRX player, also vouched for the organization:
“Not once in my time at DRX has there been an incident like scrim leaks. It’s really sad and upsetting that these guys are being ignored and blamed like this.”
Riot Games Yet to Respond
Despite the growing number of voices calling attention to the issue, Riot Games—the publisher and organizer of VCT—has yet to make an official statement or announce any investigation.
The situation leaves many in the VALORANT community frustrated and calling for stronger regulatory action. As things stand, no concrete evidence has surfaced against DRX or any specific team, but the broader consensus is clear: scrim leaking poses a real threat to competitive integrity, and it’s time for the esports governing bodies to act.
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Final Thoughts
The controversy surrounding DRX being accused of leaking scrims has brought a deeply rooted issue into the spotlight. Whether or not the current claims are proven, the community’s response underscores the need for clearer rules, stronger oversight, and a more transparent system to protect fair play in professional VALORANT.
Until Riot addresses these concerns directly, the trust between teams, players, and fans may continue to erode.
