JUGi's Return to Valorant : A New Chapter for the Former CS Pro
In a surprising turn of events, former professional CS player Jakob "JUGi" Hansen, who had previously made a comeback to Counter-Strike earlier this year, has decided to shift his focus back to Valorant . JUGi, who has an impressive history in CS with notable teams like Astralis , Heroic , North , and OpTic, announced his new direction on his social media platforms.
Background and Achievements in CS
JUGi, a Danish player born on April 1, 1997, had a prominent career in CS, starting from 2015. Known for his skills as an AWPer, JUGi's career highlights include:
- North : Achieved "Legends" status at the StarLadder Major Berlin 2019.
- OpTic: Competed in the FACEIT Major 2018 Challengers Stage.
His notable tournament placements include victories and high finishes in prestigious events such as:
- DreamHack Open Sevilla 2019: 1st place
- Esports Championship Series Season 7 - Finals 2019: 3rd-4th place
- cs_summit 3 2018: 2nd place
- StarSeries & i-League CSSeason 6 2018: 3rd-4th place
Transition to Valorant
After his brief return to CS, JUGi expressed his passion and preference for Valorant . In his recent posts, he mentioned grinding the game and feeling motivated to compete at the highest level. He is now actively seeking opportunities as a Duelist/Operator, although he remains open to other roles and regions.
Statements from JUGi
JUGi explained his decision, saying, "I had some offers in CS2 and also played with a few teams, but it’s just not the game I used to love. I enjoy Valorant way more." His dedication to finding a new team and project in Valorant is evident, and he is eager to showcase his skills and compete at the top level once again.
Community Response
