Riot Games has permanently suspended TSM LoL coach Zhang “Peter Zhang” Yi.
The reason for the ban was fraud. After an investigation conducted by Riot, it was discovered that Zhang fraudulently withheld $250 000 from players’ salaries and tricked one of the team members into selling his car. In addition, the coach disclosed confidential information about TSM to third parties for a monetary reward.
In May, TSM hired a law firm to conduct its own investigation. He was found to have misled players and club officials and fraudulently earned over $250 000. This information was later turned over to the FBI.
Peter Zhang worked at TSM from 2018 to 2022. He left the club while serving as head of player development.