Look Sports Media – G2 Esports’ dramatic comeback victory at BLAST Open London saw them snatch the trophy from Team Vitality after a nail-biting five-map final. In an exclusive post-tournament interview with looksports.media, Guatemalan rifler Mario "malbsMd" Samayoa reflected on the win, his integration into the team following NiKo’s departure, and the unique synergy within G2’s newly formed roster.
MalbsMd, known for his emotional gameplay, described the feeling of lifting the trophy as a "relief," signifying the overcoming of personal struggles and external doubts. He emphasized the team’s ability to prove doubters wrong, stating, "People were underestimating us… it feels really good to demonstrate that we’re capable of playing good CS, even without superstars." While acknowledging the individual skill of players like HeavyGod, he highlighted the collective strength of the team as its key asset.
The core of G2’s success, according to malbsMd, lies in their selfless teamwork: "Nobody is egoing anyone. Everyone is willing to make space for everyone; everyone is willing to die for anyone. Nobody is baiting just for stats." He cited his own aggressive playstyle as an example, prioritizing the team’s success over individual accolades. This collaborative approach was evident in crucial moments of the final, such as malbsMd’s clutch AWP hold on Inferno, which he jokingly compared to "Stewie2K throwbacks on Boston Major," before adding that it was a crucial moment in their comeback.
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The interview also highlighted the impressive performances of Matys and HeavyGod in the final map, and the overall leadership of IGL Hunter. MalbsMd expressed his pride in his teammates’ success, emphasizing his happiness in seeing their hard work pay off.
Looking ahead to the upcoming Major in December, malbsMd expressed confidence in G2’s chances, stating, "If we keep playing the way we’re playing right now, I think we have a good chance of at least making playoffs…And obviously if we play like we just did, we can win the whole thing, maybe." His statement underscores G2’s potential and their ambition to continue their winning streak.
By Darragh Harbinson, Senior Editor. Darragh Harbinson is an esports writer specializing in Counter-Strike. He has written for looksports.media, Esports Insider, UKCSGO, Dexerto, and Rush B Media.
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