Though the Lima Main is on track to sell out and organizers 4D Esports stated they’ve no reason to believe the circumstances in Peru will have an effect on the Lima Main, heightened tensions in the capital which have triggered tourist attractions like Machu Picchu to be closed off to the public have sparked considerations once more.
Caster duo Shannon “SUNSfan” Scotten and Troels “syndereN” Nielsen talked about it on an episode of their podcast, and though they haven’t heard something official on the matter, since 50 individuals have reportedly died within the final week alone and all sporting occasions for at the very least a month have been canceled, they consider the Lima Main could not occur.
SUNSfan did level out that esports hasn’t technically been shut down like sports activities have, so it could not comply with swimsuit, however all different elements of the scenario have left him fearing the worst.
SyndereN sounded satisfied too, and if it does occur, he stated he hopes a choice is made within the subsequent week. In any other case, it could create a messy scenario for the match organizers. Even when they’re prepared to take the danger as a result of they’ve put in a lot work, have a lot to achieve, and are extra educated concerning the nature of the unrest, he suspects Valve could also be much less inclined, and due to that, believes the foremost is in “complete jeopardy.”
SUNSfan agreed. He stated if the circumstances don’t enhance within the month main as much as the occasion, it needs to be canceled, and if that does occur, we’ll possible see the occasion break up into separate tournaments for every area, like what occurred on the top of COVID-19.
It’s an unlucky scenario, however ultimately, the security of gamers and followers is paramount, and if that’s not assured, Valve could haven’t any alternative however to tug the plug.
