Foreign journalists and local broadcasters talk on social media about the reorganization involving “CR known as DFM.”
DetonatioN FocusMe, set for VCT PACIFIC 2024 KICK-OFF on the 17th of this month, ended contracts with JoxJo, Suggest, and XrayN from the valorant team on February 5th. They welcomed Medusa, Astell, and NorthernLights.
This move stirred mixed reactions as it happened right before the tournament, and most members remain from last year’s Crazy Raccoon.
On X (previously Twitter), many expressed concern over Suggest’s contract termination, who led the team since 2021, and JoxJo’s abrupt departure, the previous year’s Japanese champion.
The situation gained attention, becoming a trend. Additionally, foreign journalist BoDork criticized them, stating, “DFM now resembles a CR with a mask. Changing coaching staff is okay, but dropping Suggest and JoxJo right before the season is pretty bad.”
Domestic broadcaster Ogawa Kishi, commenting on the International League and Challengers League, shared on X, “Challengers in each region begin, and VCT is about to start. Despite this, we can break into Tier 1
It’s painful to imagine players losing a whole year. I hope they find a team. The gaming world is tough, but a player’s career isn’t long.” He expressed his honest thoughts.
As Mr. Kishi Taiga mentioned, “It’s painful to consider ruining a year.” JoxJo, who left, hasn’t decided his future yet and will take a break while exploring options. Suggest plans to resume athletic activities after a temporary hiatus.
Last season, DetonatioN FocusMe ended with no wins in the International League. Currently, there are no statements from the team owners, coaches, or Crazy Raccoon, but the community demands an explanation for this reorganization.
VCT PACIFIC 2024 KICK-OFF, competing in Masters Madrid, begins on the 17th of this month. Despite last season’s disappointment, DetonatioN FocusMe aims for a victory this season.
Can they overcome community criticism and achieve satisfactory results? The spotlight will be on their first match against DRX on February 18th.