The captain of the Aurora Gaming team in CS2, Enjin MAJ3R Kyupelev, shared alarming information about his physical condition with fans. In a YouTube podcast for All About Counter-Strike, he noted that he is experiencing significant discomfort during tournament performances.
MAJ3RBack problems have been ongoing since last year. The surgery has been overdue for a long time, but I couldn't afford to undergo it. Now I will have to — about a month for recovery, and during that time, I will inevitably lose my form.
The topic of the negative impact of gaming on health has been raised in the community before. Previously, streamer Alexander Nix Levin compared the strain on the back in different disciplines, while player PARIVISION Ivan zweih Gogin noted long-standing issues with studies due to esports.
Let us remind you that following the second stage of IEM Cologne Major 2026, the composition of 16 teams for Stage 3 was determined, with Aurora also advancing.
