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Every CS2NEWS story in reverse chronological order.

kyousuke: “We only spent two days without computers”

During Esports World Cup 2025, kyousuke briefly discussed his decision to join Falcons, compared zonic with his former Spirit Academy coach S0tF1k, and clarified the rumors surrounding the team’s unusual bootcamp before IEM Cologne. He also answered a question from babyMelo.

16 August 2026 · gridge

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gr1ks: “Mentality accounts for at least 50% of success in CS”

Ahead of his HEROIC debut at FISSURE Playground 1, gr1ks discussed choosing an international roster, adapting to English communication, and playing alongside tN1R. The Belarusian AWPer also explained why he considers mental preparation a key part of success, rated several major transfers, and outlined his goals for his first tier-one season.

15 August 2026 · Platon Chulkin

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MAJ3R: “I want to keep playing as long as I still have that fire”

After Eternal Fire defeated Aurora in the BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2 Play-In, MAJ3R discussed the team’s form, their desire to return to the level shown at the Copenhagen Major, and the goals he wants to achieve before retiring. The captain also addressed his conflict with Thorin, women competing at the highest level, and Counter-Strike within his family.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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yuurih: “KSCERATO and I are almost like brothers”

After FURIA defeated Aurora in the BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2 Play-In, yuurih discussed his friendship with KSCERATO, the team’s position in Brazilian Counter-Strike, and how their playing style changed after FalleN arrived. The Brazilian also spoke about young regional talent and named his candidates for the player of the year.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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KSCERATO: “To be a true world number one, you need to win big tournaments”

After FURIA defeated Eternal Fire at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, KSCERATO discussed his ambition to become the best player in the world, how the team changed after FalleN arrived, and the difficulty of spending most of the year away from home. The Brazilian also shared his idea for a new Terrorist-side starting pistol.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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torzsi: “Over the long run, teams like ours will come out on top”

During BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, torzsi discussed the rivalry between well-drilled systems and superstar lineups, the packed 2025 calendar, and the success of MOUZ NXT graduates. The AWPer also selected the best players in movement, game sense, leadership, utility usage, and headshot ability.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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siuhy: “There is almost no gap between tier one and tier two anymore”

During BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, siuhy discussed his individual statistics, MOUZ’s performances in front of crowds, and the difficulties of facing underdogs. The captain also explained why he sees almost no gap between tier-one and tier-two teams, built his dream map pool, and named the strongest players in several individual categories.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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lux: “Our family energy helps us a lot”

During BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, lux discussed the atmosphere within paiN, snow’s emotional celebrations, and the team’s position in Brazilian Counter-Strike. He also recalled what he did with his first salary and named TACO as one of the most underrated players in professional Counter-Strike history.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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Brollan: “Many FACEIT players do not want to adapt to team Counter-Strike”

After MOUZ defeated paiN at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, Brollan shared his expectations for the match against Spirit and explained why mechanically gifted FACEIT players do not always make it onto the professional scene. The Swede also recalled the beginning of his career, named Twistzz as one of the hardest-working players, and assembled a potential Swedish national team.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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woxic: “If we beat Spirit and win the trophy, I can call us a tier-one team”

After Eternal Fire defeated MOUZ in the BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2 consolidation final, woxic discussed the team’s mindset in the rematch, his love for Counter-Strike, and his daily training routine. The AWPer also assessed the roster’s current form and shared his expectations for the grand final against Spirit.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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r3salt: “A match against Aurora would not be personal for me”

Ahead of 9 Pandas’ opening match at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2, r3salt explained why he chose the new team despite its lower ranking and assessed the roster’s long-term potential. He also discussed a possible meeting with Aurora, his mental state, his development in FORZE, and his daily practice routine.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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Snappi: “I do not think I am done yet—I still have a few years left”

After Falcons defeated 9z in the decisive BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2 Play-In match, Snappi discussed the team’s packed schedule, their need for more official matches, and his individual form. The Danish captain also reflected on his three-year career break, his work in finance, and why he is not considering retirement yet.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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biguzera: “We always believe in comebacks”

After paiN defeated 9z in the BetBoom Dacha Belgrade Season 2 Play-In, biguzera discussed the team’s comeback on Inferno, the family atmosphere within the roster, and their preparation for leading European opponents. The captain also explained his unusual viewmodel, shared his opinion on Snap Tap, and reflected on offers from international organizations.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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Brollan: “As an in-game leader, I have to sacrifice many things”

After MOUZ reached the BLAST Open Lisbon 2025 grand final, Brollan discussed how becoming an in-game leader affected his individual form, responded to claims that the team was still in a honeymoon period, and compared Spirit with Vitality. The Swede also assessed the current level of FACEIT and explained the roster’s goals.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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apEX: “If I win another Major, I will shave my head”

After Vitality won BLAST Open Lisbon 2025, apEX reflected on the team’s historic streak, broke down the difficult final against MOUZ, and discussed their next major goal. The Frenchman also promised to shave his head if he wins another Major.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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Spinx: “The level of FACEIT in CS2 is pretty low compared to CS:GO”

After MOUZ reached the BLAST Open Lisbon 2025 grand final, Spinx assessed the team’s current form, discussed the atmosphere within the roster, and identified one of CS2’s main problems. The Israeli also shared his expectations for the final and explained why he considers the level of FACEIT lower than it was in CS:GO.

15 August 2026 · kyotostxr

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NAF: “Joining Liquid was the best decision of my career”

At the Esports World Cup 2025, NAF discussed the lack of emerging talent in North American Counter-Strike, named joining Liquid as the best decision of his career, and recalled his most important victories. The Canadian also revealed the price of his most expensive purchase.

15 August 2026 · MN

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bodyy: “The win over NAVI will give us a lot of confidence”

After 3DMAX’s upset victory over NAVI at the Esports World Cup 2025, bodyy explained why the result was especially important following the in-game leadership change, assessed the team’s chances of a deep run, and built his international dream lineup.

15 August 2026 · MN

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Aleksib: “Going out after one game is a huge disappointment”

After NAVI’s loss to 3DMAX at the Esports World Cup 2025, Aleksib explained why the early exit was especially painful following the team’s strong run in Cologne. The captain also compared makazze with jL and assessed the prospects of NAVI’s former academy players.

15 August 2026 · MN

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ultimate: “Joining Liquid was the best decision of my career”

At the Esports World Cup 2025, ultimate named young players worth watching, reflected on the best decision of his career, and revealed his most expensive purchase.

15 August 2026 · MN

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Jee: “CS2 has brought Asian and European Counter-Strike closer”

At the Esports World Cup 2025, Jee explained why the Asian scene has moved closer to the leading regions, named the entire TYLOO roster as his best teammates, and built a dream team featuring m0NESY.

15 August 2026 · MN

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HooXi: “Danish Counter-Strike does not fit the current meta very well”

After Astralis were eliminated from the Esports World Cup 2025, HooXi discussed the team’s current form, named NiKo as the best teammate of his career, and explained why the Danish scene has lost its former dominance.

15 August 2026 · MN

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apEX: “We cannot be at the top all the time”

At the Esports World Cup 2025, apEX discussed Vitality’s dip after an outstanding first half of the season, explained why the team’s problems are not tactical, and praised mezii’s progress. The captain also revealed whether there is any opponent he particularly dislikes facing.

15 August 2026 · MN

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rain: “I would play with NiKo again”

After FaZe were eliminated from the Esports World Cup 2025, rain reflected on the loss to Aurora, assessed s1mple’s performances for BC.Game, and looked back on their Major run together. The Norwegian also named the former teammate he would reunite with and shared the best and worst memories of his career.

15 August 2026 · MN