“Mr. Caleb, several Elite Four members and Champions have expressed concern that the current battle scene is becoming increasingly toxic. Stall teams are rampant, and they believe it’s all due to the unhealthy trends you've introduced as the new Sinnoh Champion. How do you respond to that?”
In an interview, Caleb replied, “I’ve said it repeatedly—battling has always been this way. It requires precise strategy and strong mental resilience,” expressing great anger.
The next day—
“I’ve said it repeatedly—battling has always been this way. If you’re bad, then train more. If you can’t handle losing, don’t play,” Caleb told reporters angrily once again.
—Reporting live.