Update from May 24, 11:00 PM CEST: The Chinese organization Xtreme Gaming released an official statement explaining their poor performance at DreamLeague Season 26 and addressing the controversy sparked by the team owner's remarks. According to the club, the misunderstandings arose from internal communication issues. XG stated that they will continue to participate in upcoming tournaments, including the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, despite the criticism.

The organization emphasized that:

They will strictly adhere to the original tournament schedule and prepare for future championships with renewed seriousness.
They will improve internal management and communication between players and management.
They urge fans to refrain from personal insults and online attacks, while reserving the right to legally respond to defamation.
The team noted that their failure at DreamLeague was due to a combination of factors and not a lack of professionalism among the players. The club also reminded everyone of their founder's contribution to the development of the Chinese Dota scene and asked for time to recover.

Original News:

The Chinese organization Xtreme Gaming will not compete in the major tournament Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh. This was announced by the club owner following the team's disappointing performance at DreamLeague Season 26, where XG finished only 7th in Group A and have already lost the chance to progress to the second group stage.

Can a team that can't even make it out of the group stage represent CNDOTA? Is this a joke? A joke among jokes, a real joke
the organization owner reacted emotionally on social media
According to him, Xtreme Gaming does not have the moral right to represent China in such a prestigious tournament as the EWC after such a weak performance.

XG will officially withdraw from the race for a slot at EWC 2025. However, the organization owner noted that the slot might go to the team Tidebound if they prove worthy.

In conclusion, the owner recalled the past achievements of the Chinese Dota scene:

I just hope CNDOTA becomes the champion at The International in Seattle. The last time they went to San-Shao, they were at least in the top 4. Last year in Copenhagen — top 6. And today — eliminated in the group stage. Where's the pride?