Team Secret faced significant changes following an unsuccessful performance at the Six Invitational 2025. Two players, Virtue and Gruby, left the roster, which came as an unexpected turn of events for fans. However, the most attention was drawn not by the changes themselves but by the reaction of the club's CEO to Virtue's post and the ensuing public conflict.

What Went Wrong?

At the main Rainbow Six Siege tournament of the year, Team Secret failed to reach the playoffs, finishing last in Group B. The team suffered two losses, winning only two maps in the defeated matches. This result was disappointing, and roster changes were not long in coming.

Key Events: Player Departures and CEO's Post

After the performance concluded, Virtue announced his search for a new team (LFT). In response, the CEO of Team Secret posted a photo taken after the team's loss to FaZe at the Six Invitational, where Virtue was the only one not facing his teammates. This gesture was perceived as a hint at his detachment from the team.

Virtue did not remain silent and responded: "I was almost crying, unable to look at anyone. What the hell?" The situation quickly caught the community's attention, and former professional player and current head coach of PSG Talon, Fabian, supported the player. He harshly criticized the actions of the Team Secret CEO, writing:

You're a player others should aspire to and want to be like, being emotional after a loss is so obvious it's acceptable, and anyone who thinks otherwise just doesn't understand what competition evokes in those who love it. Screw him, you did nothing wrong, stay strong, you'll find a better org to represent, and a better CEO who has something inside their skull.

Fabian

In the end, the CEO of Team Secret responded to Virtue's message with apologies, saying he would apologize to him face-to-face: "Picked the group photo out of context, not understanding it was a painful moment. This is my fault, Jake, I will apologize to you personally for it."

This incident shows how complex relationships within esports organizations can be. Players' emotions after losses are a natural part of competition, but the actions of management can either support the team or exacerbate the situation. For Virtue, this moment may become a starting point for new opportunities in a more professional environment, and for Team Secret, a signal to reassess their internal culture.