How an Out of Control Genius Hijacked Esports’ Biggest Tournament

The International is the crown jewel of Valve’s esports empire. And every year, millions of people tune in to watch the best Dota 2 teams in the world fight over Gaben’s pocket change. The ambitions are high – but the stakes are even higher. And despite all of its prestige, all the attention it brings, and the level of responsibility it entails – Valve left a lot of it in the hands of this guy. Footage credits Written by: Alina Sotula (@ASotula) Hosted by: Dimitri Pascaluta