In a surprising turn of events, Beastcoast, one of the most formidable teams from South America, has announced its decision to part ways with its star carry player, Héctor “K1” Rodríguez. This decision comes on the heels of a disappointing performance at the recently concluded Dreamleague Season 20 and just before the commencement of the Bali Major 2023.

Beastcoast’s journey with K1 has been a rollercoaster ride, with the team experiencing both highs and lows. Despite a subpar performance at the Dreamleague Season 20, the team managed to secure a spot in the upcoming Bali Major 2023.

However, the sudden departure of K1 has left the team in a precarious position, as they stand to lose valuable DPC points. This means that Beastcoast will need to secure a higher placement at the Bali Major 2023 to qualify for The International 12 through DPC points.

Héctor “K1” Rodríguez

Why did K1 leave Beastcoast?

Recent reports suggest that K1 has been grappling with mental health issues, which led to his absence from the Dreamleague Season 20. His spot was temporarily filled by David “Parker” Nicho Flores. Beastcoast has confirmed that Parker will continue to fill in for K1 for the remainder of the season.

The decision to part ways with K1 was mutual, according to the announcement made by Beastcoast on Twitter. Despite his recent mental health break, K1 seems ready to return to the professional scene, as indicated by a recent tweet where he expressed his interest in joining a new team.

K1’s departure could have a significant impact on Beastcoast, given his reputation as one of the best carry players in the world. His absence might also hint at his need for an extended break from professional Dota 2 to focus on his mental health, although no official announcements have been made in this regard.

The road to The International 12 for Beastcoast has become more challenging with K1’s departure. The team has previously earned a high 1000 DPC points, but now see a 20% reduction, bringing their tally down to 800 DPC points. Despite this setback, Beastcoast still holds the 11th position in the rankings and stands a good chance to qualify for TI12.

The team’s journey into the Bali Major 2023, and their quest to secure a place at The International, will be a test of their resilience and ability to adapt. With Parker stepping in for K1, the team will need to regroup and strategize to maintain their standing in the international Dota 2 scene.

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