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Kyxsan says Aurora arrived at TWC with higher expectations
Aurora Gaming captain Kyxsan wrote on X that the team came to Thunderpick World Championship 2026 with higher expectations, Cybersport.ru reported.
Key facts
- WhatAurora Gaming finished third at Thunderpick World Championship 2026
- Whocaptain Kyxsan, in a post on X
Aurora Gaming captain Kyxsan wrote that the team came to the Counter-Strike 2 Thunderpick World Championship 2026 with higher expectations, Cybersport.ru reported on Oct. 18. He posted on X after Aurora’s last match at the event.
According to the outlet, Kyxsan wrote that Aurora fell short in the decisive moments. He closed the post with “GGWP” and thanked everyone who supports the team.
What comes next
Kyxsan also wrote that the team will spend two days at home before heading to PGL Bucharest.
How Aurora got third
Cybersport.ru reported that Aurora reached the playoffs at TWC 2026 and lost the semifinal to FURIA Esports 0-2. In the third-place match they beat Team Falcons 2-1.
The outlet added that Aurora Gaming had also taken third place earlier at ESL Pro League Season 24.
Why it matters
Aurora Gaming now turn to PGL Bucharest, which Kyxsan wrote comes after two days at home following their third-place finish at TWC 2026.