Brazilian Rainbow Six Siege pro Lucas Dias is in hot water after posting a GIF related to the Hiroshima bombing, just after his team lost to Japan's Cyclops Athlete Gaming. The post, which he quickly deleted, drew heavy criticism for its insensitivity. Despite multiple apologies claiming no offense was intended, many in Japan are still upset and are calling for tougher actions, including pressure on Team Liquid's sponsor Honda. While Honda disapproves, they’re not pulling their support—yet. This incident sheds light on the tricky line between competitive banter and respecting cultural sensitivities in esports.
Published on: 5/19/2025
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