FalleN on FURIA’s Back-to-Back Victory at TWC 2026: “It’s proof that through hard work, you can come back”
FURIA players shared their emotions after defeating BetBoom Team 3-2 in the Thunderpick World Championship 2026 grand final. Captain Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo spoke about the intensive preparation for the tournament, while Sidnei "sidde" Macedo explained what helped the team turn the final series around.
For FalleN, this victory served as validation of his recent efforts. Following a disappointing performance at their previous tournament, the captain decided to focus heavily on individual improvement. He dedicated himself to daily Deathmatch practice and demo reviews to fix his mistakes. According to FalleN, the win in Malta proves that hard work is the key to returning to a high level in Counter-Strike 2.
Sidnei "sidde" Macedo admitted that the series was a struggle. He expressed significant frustration after the third map, noting that the team was not playing their usual game while BetBoom Team continued to pose serious threats. However, the decision to push through the pressure paid off. sidde also highlighted the performance of Marix, who managed to deliver an incredible showing despite being unwell.
With this win, FURIA secured the Thunderpick World Championship 2026 title, marking their second consecutive tournament victory. The team earned $500k in prize money, which will be split equally between the players and the organization.
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