Exclusive: headtr1ck Talks CS2 Future, Favorite Skins & 2025 Ambitions

Exclusive: headtr1ck Talks CS2 Future, Favorite Skins & 2025 Ambitions

By Marcus Thompson

December 27, 2024 at 10:39 AM

Daniil "headtr1ck" Valitov, former Ninjas in Pyjamas player, joined B8 Esports in 2024 alongside teammates Andrii "npl" Kukharskyi, Arsenii "cptkurtka023" Derevinskiy, Alexey "alex666" Yarmoshchuk, and Dmytro "esenthial" Tsvir, with Ivan "maddened" Iordanidi as coach.

In this exclusive interview, headtr1ck shares his insights on various aspects of his professional career and personal preferences.

Plans for 2025:

  • Focus on team consistency and dedication
  • Participate in important early 2025 tournaments
  • Aim for LAN event qualifications through tournament points

Personal Growth in 2024:

  • Overcame initial challenges
  • Gained confidence through official events with B8
  • Expects continued improvement in 2025

Line graph of skill progression

Line graph of skill progression

HLTV Player of the Year Predictions:

  • donk as likely winner (Major victory + MVP)
  • m0NESY and Zyw0o as strong contenders

Map Preferences:

  • Less enthusiastic about Ancient due to its color scheme and CT-side challenges
  • Favors Mirage and Inferno

Favorite CS2 Skins:

  • AWP Gungnir (detailed design)
  • Deagle Blaze (classic look)
  • Redline collection (accessible pricing)

Blue and white decorated firearm

Blue and white decorated firearm

Career Highlight:

  • Victory against Eternal Fire at ESL Challenger Katowice, featuring crucial clutch shots

Looking ahead, headtr1ck aims to establish himself among the top AWPers globally while contributing to B8's competitive success. His transition from NiP to B8 marks a new chapter in his career, with clear goals for both personal development and team achievements in 2025.

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