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Ex-pro chopper links donk's slump to Spirit's team results
Former player chopper said donk's slump is most likely tied to Team Spirit's results, Cybersport.ru reported on Nov. 11.

Key facts
- Whochopper on donk and Team Spirit
- Whatchopper ties donk's slump to Spirit's results
Former esports player Leonid “chopper” Vishnyakov said the recent slump of Danil “donk” Kryshkovets is most likely tied to the results and play of Team Spirit, Cybersport.ru reported on Nov. 11.
What chopper said
In chopper’s view, Spirit have not found the game they showed at the Major, PGL Astana, since EWC and BLAST Open Porto. He said it matters for donk’s role that the whole team plays well, and that Spirit’s results are not so good right now.
He added that Spirit are capable of reaching the Major playoffs without trouble and competing for the title. The Major is a very long stretch, chopper said. Each team can either gain form or lose it there, and every team has a chance to become a different team during the event.
Spirit at BLAST Rivals
Cybersport.ru reported that Spirit lost 0-13 to FUT Esports on Nuke at BLAST Rivals Fall 2026. They won the other two maps and secured a place in the playoffs.
Why it matters
chopper says donk's slump is most likely tied to Spirit's team results and play, and he thinks the team can reach the Major playoffs.