Sinatraa Breaks Silence on Sexual Assault Allegations, Reveals New Details, and Accuses Riot of Bias

Former Valorant and Overwatch professional player Jay ‘Sinatraa’ Won has broken his silence years after being accused of sexual assault by his ex-girlfriend, Cleo ‘cle0h’ Hernandez. The allegations, which surfaced in 2021, led to a six-month suspension by Riot Games and a prolonged absence from professional esports. Now, in a candid and lengthy post on X (formerly Twitter), Sinatraa has shared new details about the case, defended his innocence, and accused Riot of mishandling the investigation.

Background of the Allegations

In March 2021, Hernandez publicly accused Sinatraa of sexual assault during a consensual sexual encounter, sharing an audio recording that she claimed supported her allegations. The recording, which Hernandez stated was from a video she had asked Sinatraa to delete, became a focal point of the controversy. Riot Games launched an investigation, which concluded that Sinatraa had “misrepresented certain facts, made false statements,” and was uncooperative during the process. As a result, he was suspended from competitive play for six months.

Despite maintaining his innocence and never being found guilty in a court of law, Sinatraa’s career in professional esports has been in limbo since the allegations surfaced. On November 29, 2024, he finally addressed the situation publicly, revealing new information and criticizing Riot’s handling of the investigation.

Sinatraa’s Defense: New Details Emerge

In his post, Sinatraa made several key points to refute the allegations and shed light on the investigation:

1. The Audio Recording:
   Sinatraa addressed the audio recording shared by Hernandez, claiming it was taken out of context. He stated that the recording was from a consensual sexual encounter that Hernandez had asked him to film. According to him, Hernandez was “on top of me the WHOLE time and was the one FULLY in control.” He explained that the specific audio clip in question occurred after Hernandez had gotten off him and was lying down, stating she was tired.
   Sinatraa also revealed that his lawyer had advised him to mention the existence of the video early in the investigation, even though it had been deleted. He claimed that Riot used his inability to provide the video as evidence of him being uncooperative and lying.
2. Riot’s Handling of the Investigation:
   Sinatraa accused Riot of bias, claiming that the company had already made up its mind about his guilt before the investigation concluded. He shared a screenshot of Alex Francois, Riot’s former head of esports, “liking” a post mocking users who wanted to hear Sinatraa’s side of the story. Won alleged that Francois was the one who ultimately decided on his suspension, suggesting that the decision was predetermined.
   “I don’t even know why I’m adding this because it’ll probably get me banned or something, but I just think this is unacceptable,” Sinatraa wrote.
3. Emma’s Role and Support:
   Sinatraa also addressed a tweet from his current girlfriend, Emma, which Riot allegedly used against him. Emma had posted on her private account questioning the status of their relationship shortly after the allegations surfaced. Sinatraa explained that Emma had left their apartment to stay with her parents for a day to clear her head but immediately regretted leaving him alone during such a difficult time.
   In a comment on Sinatraa’s post, Emma defended him, expressing regret for her actions and praising him for speaking out. “It’s my deepest regret that I ever hurt you, and I wish you never had to endure the pain I caused,” she wrote. “I am so proud of you for speaking about this when you’ve been silenced for so long.”

Sinatraa’s Final Statement and Potential Consequences

Sinatraa concluded his post by stating that this would likely be the last time he addresses the allegations publicly. He acknowledged that Riot might ban him for speaking out but expressed a sense of relief at finally sharing his side of the story.
“I think there’s a high chance Riot might ban me after this post, but it’s all G. I didn’t proofread or pre-think any of this sh*t I just straight up told the truth and what’s on my mind. If you don’t believe me, whatever, hopefully this clarifies some things.”

Community Reaction and Ongoing Investigation

The esports community’s reaction to Sinatraa’s post has been mixed. Some fans have expressed support for him, applauding his decision to break his silence and share his perspective. Others remain skeptical, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the lack of concrete evidence to exonerate him.

At the time of writing, Riot Games has not publicly responded to Sinatraa’s claims. Meanwhile, law enforcement continues to investigate the case, leaving the possibility of further developments in the future.

Key Takeaways

• Sinatraa maintains his innocence and claims the audio recording shared by Hernandez was taken out of context.
• He accuses Riot of bias, alleging that the company had already decided his guilt before the investigation concluded.
• Sinatraa’s current girlfriend, Emma, has defended him and expressed regret for her earlier actions.
• The esports community remains divided, with some supporting Sinatraa and others remaining unconvinced.
• Riot Games has yet to comment on the situation, and the legal investigation is ongoing.

Sinatraa’s decision to speak out marks a significant moment in a case that has had a profound impact on his career and personal life. Whether his statements will change public perception or lead to further action from Riot remains to be seen.