The International 11 Starts Without an Opening Ceremony, Disappointing Fans
The International, the biggest esports tournament in the world, is known for its grand opening ceremonies. However, this year, The International 11 kicked off without one, leaving fans disappointed. Earlier iterations of the tournament had memorable opening ceremonies, like the spectacular one at The International 9. Even the recent edition, The International 10, which had no live crowd due to COVID-19 restrictions, managed to have some form of a ceremony. But this time, the lack of an opening ceremony has left the community disgruntled.
The Community Reacts
Dota 2 fans quickly took to social media to voice their concerns about the absence of an opening ceremony. They expressed their disappointment and frustration, especially considering the various production issues that occurred during the group stages. Attendees who were present at the event in Singapore also expressed surprise and disappointment at the lack of a ceremony.
The Impact of the Absence
While the quality of the Dota 2 games at The International 11 has been impressive, fans are unhappy with the missing opening ceremony and have held Valve accountable for it. The absence of such a significant element has left a lasting impact, and despite the possibility of a ceremony happening later, the disappointment remains.
The Split Venue
The tournament playoffs are currently taking place in Suntec Singapore, a smaller arena, while the Finals Weekend will be held in the larger Singapore Indoor Stadium. This split of venues is a first for the event. Despite the potential for a future ceremony, fans are still discontent with the situation.
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