After a nail-biting quarterfinal at IEM Chengdu 2024, FaZe Clan's captain Finn 'karrigan' Andersen expressed his emotional exhaustion following their hard-fought victory over Team Liquid. The match, which pushed both teams to their limits, ended in a 2-1 win for FaZe, propelling them into the semifinals.
"I'm mentally drained as hell," karrigan confessed in a post-match update on X. He acknowledged the psychological toll the match took on him, especially after a challenging start that required a significant mental reset before the decisive third map. "Only thing I’m proud of is how I reset for the third map," he added, highlighting his resilience under pressure.
Not funny game at all im mentally drained as f***, only thing I’m proud of how I reset for 3rd map. Would have been a devastating loss if we didn’t go to semi finals
The victory was not just a testament to FaZe's skill but also to their mental fortitude, with karrigan playing a pivotal role despite his modest individual rating of 0.6 for the match. The next challenge for FaZe will be facing Astralis, setting the stage for what promises to be another intense encounter in the tournament.
IEM Chengdu 2024, running from April 8 to 14, has seen top teams from around the world compete for a $250,000 prize pool and a spot at IEM Cologne 2024. As the tournament progresses, FaZe Clan's journey under karrigan’s leadership continues to draw attention, both for their competitive prowess and the visible strain it exerts on the players.
Karrigan’s candid disclosure about his mental state offers a rare glimpse into the intense pressures top esports athletes face during major tournaments. As FaZe advances, all eyes will be on how they manage their physical and psychological resources in pursuit of the championship.
Source: X
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