GDQ also apologized to the runners and hosts: https://www.dexerto.com/gaming/games-done-quick-cancels-snk-streams-after-just-two-hours-as-saudi-link-sparks-backlash-3385796/

Games Done Quick canceled an SNK speedrunning showcase hours after launch following backlash over the company's Saudi ties GDQ cited concerns over the country's ownership of the publisher and human rights record

GDQ also apologized to the runners and hosts: https://www.dexerto.com/gaming/games-done-quick-cancels-snk-streams-after-just-two-hours-as-saudi-link-sparks-backlash-3385796/