Professional CS2 player Daniil "headtr1ck" Valitov recently transferred from Ninjas in Pyjamas to B8 Esports, joining forces with experienced teammates npl, cptkurtka023, alex666, and esenthial, under coach maddened's guidance.

In an exclusive interview, headtr1ck shared his plans and insights for the upcoming year. He's currently taking a short mental and physical break during the holidays while maintaining some CS practice to stay sharp for 2025.

Looking ahead, B8's primary focus is on regaining their previous consistency and dedication. The team aims to perform strongly in early 2025 tournaments, which could secure valuable points and potential LAN event invitations.

Reflecting on 2024, headtr1ck notes significant personal growth despite initial challenges. He gained confidence through numerous official matches with B8 and expects continued improvement in 2025.

Regarding the HLTV Player of the Year award, headtr1ck predicts donk as the likely winner, citing his Major victory and MVP performance. He considers m0NESY and Zyw0o as strong contenders for the runner-up position.

On map preferences, headtr1ck expresses mixed feelings about Ancient, noting its challenging CT-side gameplay against skilled teams. He favors Mirage and Inferno for competitive play.

His favorite CS2 skins include:

• AWP Gungnir for its detailed design
• Deagle Blaze for its classic look
• Redline collection for its accessibility and clean aesthetics

headtr1ck's most memorable 2024 highlight was securing crucial clutch shots during their victory against Eternal Fire at ESL Challenger Katowice.

As he moves forward with B8 Esports, headtr1ck remains focused on personal growth and team success, maintaining his position among top AWPers while contributing to B8's competitive aspirations in the CS2 scene.

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