Apex Takes Blame for Vitality's Loss

Dan “Apex” Madeskler stated that he demonstrated an extremely low level of individual skill in the match against 9z in Stage 3 of IEM Cologne 2026.

The player posted the following comment on X.

“I played like shit today. And we didn't show up as a team. GG WP 9z. 1-1.”

According to Dan “apEX” Madeskler, Vitality was unable to demonstrate effective team play due to his poor performance.

Vitality lost to 9z with a score of 1-2 in the third stage of IEM Cologne 2026. The team will continue to compete in the group stage with a 1-1 record. Vitality’s next match will be against Mouz.

As a reminder, Dan “apEX” Madeskler previously pondered whether Danil “donk” Kryshkovets poses a threat to Vitality.