Overwatch Legend "INTERNETHULK" Dies at 30

Dennis "INTERNETHULK" Hawelka; esports player and coach, passed away this week at the young age of 30. Those familiar with the Overwatch scene recognise his name and what he's accomplished as an individual and for the competitive scene in general. Let's dial back and remember what he's done over his short-lived career. 

Starting his journey all the way back, he had his finger in a quite a few pies, namely World of Warcraft, Starcraft 2 and League of Legends; thus he is considered an esports veteran by many. Throughout these titles, he played for a number of teams at a number of events with a relatively progressing amount of success. His big break came in the form of Overwatch, the esport which he's most remembered for. 

Hawelka founded a team which would rise to prominence quickly in the Overwatch scene, that of IDDQD. So much so, most of the roster was signed under the banner of Team EnVyUs later on and Hawelka decorated himself with multiple title wins here. With his most recent switch though, the German national switch gears and opted for a coaching position. First at Laser Kittenz, then Rogue and finally, Team Liquid. Team Liquid's Overwatch team did disband, however, back in September yet Hawelka stayed on board as the head coach for the organisation's League of Legends team. 

It was Team Liquid who announced his untimely death to the world through social media:

As you may read above, the organisation demands that the family's privacy may be respected. His cause of death remains unknown to all, and hopefully they won't keep us guessing regarding how a 30 year old passed away so suddenly. Gamers.com.mt supports "INTERNETHULK" and we wish his family and close friends all the best. 

Remember, professional gamers are people too, who feel emotions, pressure and know death just like me and you do. Effects of his passing are not known yet, but we can only assume that a few minutes of silence will be dedicated at the next notable Overwatch event.