CS2: Budapest Major 2025 Stage 2 loss, device records worst rating of his career

Budapest Major 2025 is in full swing, boasting a strong lineup. Veterans have secured their spots, while many newcomers are making their Major debuts. Forum comments describe this tournament as a clash between experience and talent. Moreover, as the final Major of the year, the results are being updated frequently, and the performances of both individuals and teams are attracting much attention.

After the roster was announced, veteran player device was considered a favorite by the audience. However, in the second stage, the favorite suffered a major setback, losing 0-2 to Team Liquid with Astralis and delivering his worst rating of 3.0 in his career. His dismal performance led many to wonder if his skills had stagnated. The data didn't lie; in a subsequent media interview, device couldn't escape blame and apologized to all fans. While being eliminated was undoubtedly painful, he promised to reflect on his performance.

He stated that, personally, the problem stemmed from being pressured from the start and making mistakes immediately after 30 seconds, as the Nuke map was too difficult. As his first Major since 2021, device readily admitted his errors, acknowledging that despite participating in various training sessions, he failed to perform at his expected level. He currently focuses on improvement, and admitted that sometimes a lack of proactive communication might have been a contributing factor to the loss.

He added that his position is sniper, and there's no denying that defeat lowers the ratings of all players. This experience serves as a warning; he needs to stay ahead of the game and execute tactics precisely. The last question felt like adding insult to injury, concerning his future with the team, which seemed like rubbing salt into the wound. He declined to comment.