Overview

• DrLupo has been removed from Chess.com's PogChamps 6 tournament after admitting to using a chess engine during a match against Wolfe 'Wolfey' Glick.
• Initially denying the accusations, DrLupo later confessed on stream, calling his actions 'pathetic' and apologizing to the chess community, his opponent, and his viewers.
• The disqualification came after viewers noticed suspiciously flawless gameplay following an early blunder, prompting Chess.com to investigate and enforce its fair play policies.
• Prominent streamer Asmongold has called for Twitch to ban DrLupo, citing the platform's anti-cheating guidelines, though Twitch has not yet announced any action.
• The incident has ignited discussions about accountability and the enforcement of rules in influencer-driven events with significant prize pools.