ZywOo after MVP and trophy: "This tournament showed we're still one of the best"
Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut has claimed his 33rd career MVP award following Vitality's victory at StarLadder StarSeries Fall in Barcelona. This marks the player's first trophy of the season and ends a three-month drought for the organization.
Speaking after the trophy lift, ZywOo addressed the skepticism surrounding the team's recent form. Following a summer without silverware, many observers suggested the team might have lost its edge, but the Barcelona win served as a definitive rebuttal to those claims.
The victory was also emotionally significant due to the return of mezii from paternity leave. ZywOo highlighted that the player's strong performance in the grand final was a major boost for the team's morale.
Regarding the team's mental state, ZywOo attributed their renewed confidence to a series of individual discussions held after BLAST Open Fall. These conversations helped release internal pressure and allowed the players to approach the game with a more professional and focused mindset.
The tactical shift on Anubis was also a deciding factor in their success. After losing to Aurora in Saturday's semi-final due to overly passive play, Vitality returned in the grand final with a much more proactive and assertive approach. Looking ahead, ZywOo emphasized that while the trophy is a milestone, the team's primary focus remains the Major. Upcoming events like EPL Season 24 and PGL Masters Bucharest will serve as essential stepping stones for their continued improvement.
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