Professional Valorant player Jaccob ‘yay’ Whiteaker is taking a temporary break from the ongoing VCT season due to health problems, as announced by his current organization BLEED Esports.
According to the statement, yay will likely return to competitive Valorant in the near future, and the org will continue to support the 25-year-old making his comeback.
“After concluding the first split, yay has decided to take a temporary break for health reasons before coming back to competing,” the announcement reads. “We fully support his decision to prioritize his wellness and we’re all excited for more yay once he’s back in the zone. Till then, rest up yay!”
In February 2024, Yay disclosed that during their elimination game against Global Esports, his vision suddenly blurred, rendering him unable to react even when enemies appeared on his screen. Fans speculate that his temporary departure from the VCT may be connected to this incident.
As Stage 2 of the current VCT season approaches, BLEED is yet to confirm Yay’s replacement for their Valorant roster. With their showdown against Team Secret looming on June 15 in VCT Pacific Stage 2, the team’s decision weighs heavily on fans’ minds.
