EG is probably as annoyed about all of this as those here and elsewhere who are objecting to the award. He hasn't been seeking admiration or credit anywhere - in fact he has kept a very low profile, and what he has stated to the press seems to align with the truth.
Also the status of his licence or licences, whether EASA or FAA are irrelevant because it is TCT who has claimed to be THE sole pilot (and "alone" in a bi-plane) throughout, so for that reason I see no reason to accuse or point fingers at EG.
He has been sucked into a drama that appears to be not of his making. If that is the case I see no reason to drag him through any mud.