In an interview with HLTV, Patrik "⁠f0rest⁠" Lindberg, the legendary Swedish CS player, hinted at the possible end of his professional Counter-Strike career, expressing doubts about returning to top-level play. The 36-year-old player, known for his long career and strong shooting skills, is currently uncertain about returning to esports.

After a career full of events, ⁠f0rest⁠ finds himself at a crossroads. After leaving Dignitas in May 2022, where the entire roster was up for transfer, ⁠f0rest⁠ was left without a permanent team. His last participation was a temporary stint at IEM Dallas 2023 for Fnatic. Despite temporary contracts, the desire to start anew with a new team seems to be fading.

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It looks tough. My ambition was to play in one more Major, but that seems unlikely. A decision about my future is coming soon, but I must realistically consider closing this chapter.

In recent statements at an Apex Legends event in Stockholm, ⁠f0rest⁠ shared his concerns

Although the idea of creating a new team doesn't attract him, ⁠f0rest⁠ is open to other paths in esports, especially coaching up-and-coming Swedish talents. While ⁠f0rest⁠ contemplates his future, the community watches with interest, hoping he continues to influence the scene in various ways.

SOURCE - HLTV