Summary
- FlyQuest suspends League pro Bwipo for sexist remarks in his personal stream. According to them, Bwipo’s actions are against the org’s core values.
- As punishment, Bwipo’s prize money goes to causes that support women in competitive gaming, while FlyQuest RED was highlighted in their response.
- Bwipo apologized, but the incident has fueled industry-wide debate on sexism, inclusivity, and accountability in the esports field.
LoL pro player, Bwipo, faces suspension from FlyQuest because of sexist remarks on a live stream. Due to this incident, it triggered a wide discussion across the industry, which raised questions about inclusivity and representation. Here’s everything you should know.
The Remarks That Created Backlash
In the initial moments of Bwipo’s livestream, he highlighted the lack of health support for women in esports, which was initially perceived as a valid concern. However, his take turns controversial when he argued they shouldn’t compete when they have menstruation.
Bwipo said that most people get stressed when they play League of Legends. He then proceeds to say that when women are on the wrong part of the month, they shouldn’t be playing competitive games as a woman. Or in his own words: “There’s a time of the month where you should not be f***ing playing competitive games as a woman in my opinion”.
The comment earned criticism for being dismissive, reinforcing stereotypes, and overlooking women’s proven ability to perform under pressure in competitive environments.
For many fans and industry professionals, his words were seen as not only misguided but also as underestimation towards the progress women have worked hard to achieve in esports.
FlyQuest’s Action Towards The Controversy
The organization responded immediately; they issued an official statement condemning Bwipo’s comments as “antithetical to FlyQuest’s core values.” The statement emphasises FlyQuest’s commitment to inclusivity and respect. Also, it highlights their efforts to elevate diverse voices, including through the FlyQuest RED, their VALORANT team led by women.
As punishment for his action, Bwipo got suspended from the team’s next playoff match in LTA. His winnings goes toward supporting women in the gaming industry. FlyQuest specifically noted that accountability and education are core to their mission as an organization.
Bwipo Faces the Backlash
Not long after FlyQuest announced Bwipo’s suspension, he apologized publicly on X (formerly called Twitter).
Hi everyone, I know I fucked up. My comments were ignorant and disrespectful to women, including those close to me.
I’m sorry to those I hurt. I regret using my platform to fuel vitriol and sexism instead of support, and I’ll be taking steps to reflect, listen, and do better.
— Bwipo (@Bwipo) September 10, 2025
Although he issued an apology, he received mixed reaction from the community. Some fans accepted his words, while others argued that comments like these reinforce harmful stereotypes and restrict opportunities for women in esports. Many stressed that true accountability requires consistent action, not just words, to address the impact of such statements.
Esports Community Demands Accountability
Consequently, Bwipo’s statement sparked a strong reaction across the esports community. Sjokz reminded everyone that women already excel in competitive spaces, which proves that physical differences do not define their skill. While Azael, The League analyst, also labeled the remarks “dumb and dangerous,” warning that sweeping generalizations only strengthen existing biases.
On the other hand, VALORANT caster Jessica Bolden, also known as JESSGOAT, suggested a positive approach on the issue. With this, she stated that FlyQuest could use the suspension as an opportunity to have Bwipo help promote FlyQuest RED and highlight women’s achievements in gaming.
Final Thoughts
Bwipo’s controversy shows that esports still faces challenges with inclusivity and accountability. Even though FlyQuest’s response was swift, the conversation about respect and fairness continues. This moment reminds everyone that words matter and actions matter even more. While there is progress, esports still has a long way to go to become truly fair and welcoming for all its players.
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