The Finnish in-game leader reflects on the difficulties NAVI encountered, especially after their shocking loss to 3DMAX at the Esports World Cup. In a candid conversation, Aleksib shares his thoughts on how the team can recover from this setback.

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NAVI, the defending champions of the Esports World Cup 2024, were eliminated in the first round of this year’s competition by 3DMAX, who were competing under new leadership. “It’s tough to think about triumphs after a fall like this,” Aleksib stated following the match.

He emphasized that the team’s focus now must be on regaining confidence and learning from their mistakes to ensure they’re operating at their full potential.

“When we played our first LAN in Cologne, it felt great, but since then, we’ve taken steps backward. It’s gut-wrenching to find ourselves here at this stage of the competition.”

Aleksib noted hope in younger players like makazze, who showed promise despite the circumstances. “I’m proud of his efforts despite the pressure. He’s still learning and improving, and that gives us a silver lining.”

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In summary, while NAVI faces a challenging period, Aleksib remains hopeful for the future and emphasizes the importance of learning from these experiences.