On December 24, Douyin announced that it would take action against 11 accounts affiliated with MCN organization ''Daxing Star''. This led to the account of Olympic champion and gymnast Wang Luyufang, ''56-xueji (798)'', being shut down and its profitability paused. All illegally obtained followers were also removed, sparking heated discussions.
Douyin's Chief Operating Officer, Li Liang, responded on Weibo on the same day at midnight, stating, 'There are significant differences in judging and handling athletes. We should follow relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines.'
This move by Douyin has raised a lot of questions and concerns about the fairness and justice in the e-sports world, as well as the consequences of violating the rules. Some fans are expressing their sadness and disappointment at the loss of their favorite athlete who has been involved in a dispute with Douyin.