Astralis Coach Discusses Victory at Major Tournament
The coach of Astralis, Danny “zonic” Sørensen, shares his thoughts on the team’s win at the major tournament.
Expectations and Strategy Against Virtus.pro
Before the match, zonic and gla1ve analyzed VP’s gameplay and devised a plan to counter them. Despite some setbacks, Astralis was able to secure the win.
Dealing with Fakes and Calming Nerves
As a coach, zonic helps the team react better to opponents’ fakes. He calls timeouts to remind the players of the strategies they studied and keeps them focused.
Effect of Clutches on Team Morale
Xyp9x and Kjaerbye’s clutch performances had a big impact on the team’s morale. They stepped up when needed and helped secure victory.
Tactical Shift on Train
Astralis changed their gameplay style on Train, shifting from a default setup to an aggressive A-focused strategy. This decision was based on the absence of an AWP and observation of VP’s plays.
Looking Ahead
The team’s sports psychologist predicted Astralis’ success, but also emphasized the need for continued hard work and humility to maintain their position at the top.
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