"I have had a problematic relationship with alcohol". Maniac apologizes for inappropriate behavior

Analyst Mathieu "Maniac" Quiquerez, who was recently accused of sexual assault, made an official statement regarding the situation. Quiquerez apologized and claimed that alcohol problems and a difficult childhood are the reasons for his inappropriate behavior.

I have been forced to peer into the abyss and face my worst demons in the last few days. I have had a problematic relationship with alcohol for most of my adult life. I have attempted in many ways to get it under control but I have failed miserably at various points. I am ashamed of my weakness and have been for years. Now I cannot turn a blind eye to it anymore.

Alcohol reveals my self doubt, my need for promiscuity, to be seen, to be wanted, because a part of me is broken and feels unworthy. I was broken during my childhood and I wish to one day have the strength to address it with courage. This led to unacceptable behaviors over the years for which I am truly sorry. Sorry doesn't even begin to cover it.

Social medias have allowed me to cowardly desensitize human interactions as if nothing really happened. This was an escape. I never wanted to hurt anyone and I have always tried to give people the respect and the agency they deserve. I looked to fill a void in a pathetic and destructive manner. I will take time to reassess my life, who I am and who I want to be. I have let people down that I deeply care about, I have let this community down and I have let myself down.

The Swiss added that he is ready to be punished for the mistakes he made and promised to release a video apology later.

Note that two tournament operators at once, namely PGL & BLAST, refused to work with Maniac amid accusations of sexual assault. ESL promised to conduct its own investigation into the situation. The analyst has already removed himself from the ESL Pro League Season 20 broadcast.

Origin: x.com