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Liquid trades Korok for waytoosexy

Just a day after the announcement of Michael 'ixmike88' Ghannam going inactive, Team Liquid has announced a roster change and this time, they have initiated a trade with Team Dignitas, swapping their solo mid player Steven 'Korok' Ashworth for Peter 'waytoosexy' Nguyen.

Liquid stated that the Dota 2 team is trying to improve and realized Korok's playstyle do not fit the team. Liquid explained that Korok is a great player but there have been some communication issues on how strategies should be played and that created tension within the team.

"Part of being a sports team means you have to keep improving when things aren't working out, even if it means making big changes. That is what we are doing here today. This is not a situation where anyone is right or wrong, or deserves any blame. It is simply a better choice for Liquid to part with Korok and find someone that resonates better with the other four members of the team," Team Liquid press release stated.

 

Statement by Sam 'Bulba' Sosale:

Above all else in Dota, I value dedication the highest. To get to the top and stay there requires a team willing to try their hardest to win and get better. This is one of the main issues that I feel plague Dota teams and cause stagnation. It's insanely hard to find 5 people who are at the same level of motivation and dedication along with the individual skill to be on a top. Watching replays daily and trying to get better by practicing laning and thinking of new strategies should be a duty done by all members of a team if they truly want to be the best (case in point: Alliance).

That's why in the upcoming year, I want to play with a player who is willing to try their hardest and give it their all. Wayto aka Peter was definitely a top candidate for this spot. He is one of the smartest people I've played with and I know that he will do everything it takes to win. He is a good friend of all of us and he has the knowledge to help us become better in all areas as a Dota team. I can't wait to play in the upcoming year and cement our spot as a top international Dota 2 team!

 

Statement by Peter 'waytoosexy' Nguyen:

It’s an honour to be given the chance to play for Team Liquid. I know we will be a team that will have friendship, trust, and commitment; virtues that we will need to succeed within the upcoming year. I know it will take very hard work to be one of the best teams internationally, and without a doubt I have faith in my teammates and myself that we can achieve this goal. Playing on a professional Dota 2 team not only requires the right attitude and mindset but also interaction with the community. By being on respected team like Liquid, we will always be able to keep in touch with the Dota community and fans. I don’t look to just carry over my individual skills and talent towards Team Liquid but I will also create a very happy and energetic vibe for the team. Liquid is going to be my new home and I could not have asked for a better environment that’s so comforting and welcoming. My journey is only about to start on Liquid and I know it will be a very memorable one with laughs, smiles, and rewards. I will try my best to make my teammates proud and keep all my fans smiling.

To all my fans, friends, and family thank you for always supporting me you guys are really are a big part of my life, you guys made who I am today the always happy, smiling, and excited Liquid`wayto. I would like to give special thanks towards my old team and teammates: Dignitas Sneyking, Aui_2000, Fogged, Universe, Charlie, and Odee I wish you all the best in the future.

 

Waytoosexy will be taking the 5-position role, a role ixmike88 was positioned in during his time in the team. With that said, Liquid still needs to find a solid solo mid player to continue competing at a high level.

Team Liquid is due to play in WePlay Season Two group C on the 25th of September.

Team Liquid Dota 2 roster:

United States Brian 'FLUFFNSTUFF' Lee
United States Sam 'Bulba' Sosale
Canada Peter 'Waytoosexy' Nguyen.
Canada Tyler 'TC' Cook
United States Michael 'ixmike88' Ghannam (inactive)

Source: Team Liquid

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