https://www.engadget.com/2006-08-22-arena-pvp-wont-be-a-spectator-sport.html
Arena PVP Won't Be a Spectator Sport
Aug 23, 2006 - Over on the forums, Tseric has confirmed that while arena spectators would be a really great idea, Blue won't have it done in time for the expansion's release...
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