Alimzhan "Watson" Islambekov, a player for Team Yandex, reflected on the reasons behind his squad's recent improvement in Dota 2. According to Watson, the addition of Martin "Saksa" Sazdov has been a major factor in the team's better results, bringing leadership and a presence that lifted the whole roster.

Actress Famke Janssen will not be able to attend the Comic Con Igromir event in Russia as previously announced. Organizers cited a scheduling conflict as the official reason for her cancellation.

Ruslana Berest, better known by her nickname DKLana and the manager of Team Spirit's Dota 2 roster, attended a CS:GO/CS2 major in Budapest for the first time and shared her impressions of the event. Her observations highlight how the scene and atmosphere at a CS major feel distinct from what she is used to in the Dota 2 world.