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Benched veteran leads team of rookies to CS2 Budapest Major

Ten months after being benched from Virtus.pro, Jame has made a stunning return to the top level of Counter-Strike, guiding a new generation of players under the PARIVISION banner straight into qualification for the 2025 CS2 Budapest Major.

For a player once uncertain about his future, this comeback marks one of the most impressive redemption stories in modern esports. Born in Russia, he is widely regarded as one of Counter-Strike’s sharpest tactical minds and most distinctive AWPers. His career reached its peak in 2022, when he led Virtus.pro to victory at the IEM Rio Major, claiming a $500,000 grand prize and cementing his reputation for conservative round management and the famous “Jame Time” meta.

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