During the Esports World Cup 2025, MN spoke with Vitality player Robin ropz Kool about his place among the most decorated players in Counter-Strike history, the best teammates of his career, his choice of a new team after leaving FaZe, and his habits during the many flights between tournaments.
You are already one of the most decorated players in Counter-Strike history. Do you think you can surpass apEX’s record?
No. I am on the same team as him now, so no.
— ropz
Who is the best teammate you have had throughout your career?
In terms of individual skill, probably ZywOo.
— ropz
In terms of leadership, it is much harder to say. I have played with both karrigan and apEX.
So I will answer purely in terms of skill: it is ZywOo.
How do you usually pass the time on flights between tournaments?
I sleep, read books, listen to music, and look through social media.
— ropz
Nothing special.
You could have joined Liquid at the end of 2021. Did you have any other options at the end of 2024, or were Vitality the only possibility?
Vitality were my main option.
— ropz
I was a free agent, so I think any English-speaking organization would have been happy to have me.
But I chose Vitality. Compared with the other teams, it was quite an easy decision.
Have you touched apEX’s bald spot yet?
No, not yet.
— ropz
I will have to wait a little longer.
