After a shaky start at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, Vitality finally showed the level of play fans had been waiting for. A confident victory over their French brothers from 3DMAX put the team back in the playoff race — and ZywOo sent a clear message: “We’re not done yet.”
The Importance of the Win: The Turning Point
The match between Vitality and 3DMAX was an emotional duel between two French rosters — the old guard versus the new blood. After earlier setbacks, this match had to be the turning point — and it was. Vitality secured a dominant 13:3 win, showcasing clean team coordination, aggressive map control, and a confident AWP performance from ZywOo.
Everything went very well — the game plan, our motivation, our communication was on top, ZywOo said in the post-match video.
These words aren’t just an observation — they’re an admission that something shifted within the team. No more excuses. It’s time to play like champions again.
The Return of the Real ZywOo
ZywOo never truly disappears, but his performance against 3DMAX served as a reminder of why he’s considered the GOAT. He dictated the pace, denied his opponents space to work with, and closed out crucial clutches with clinical precision.
We felt that we could totally win the game, ZywOo added.
His words reflect the tone of the entire team — there was no room left for hesitation or fear. Vitality played with intent. They played to win.
Team Atmosphere: A Much-Needed Reset
After several turbulent months — with questions around roles, a dip in Spinx’s form, and criticism aimed at apEX — this match against 3DMAX became a symbol of rebirth. Vitality didn’t look like a group of individuals anymore — they looked like a team.
Everyone played very well. Everyone gave the effort, said ZywOo.
That atmosphere is crucial. In the deciding stages of a Major, it’s not always the most skilled who win — it’s the ones who truly believe in each other.
What’s Next: Vitality on the Brink of Playoffs
Up next — a best-of-three series. That’s where we’ll see whether Vitality can maintain this level. But ZywOo’s words leave little doubt:
Now it’s 2:1, and now Bo3 — and we’ll give it our all.
The question remains — is the world ready to witness the return of the same Vitality that once lifted Majors? After this performance against 3DMAX, the answer seems obvious.
ZywOo’s post-match video wasn’t just a collection of soundbites — it was a statement. Vitality haven’t broken. In fact, they’ve finally awakened. And if they maintain this momentum, the coming matches might not just be battles — they might be a declaration that Vitality is still at the top of CS2.
