ZywOo Claims Historic 30th HLTV MVP as Vitality Sweep PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026

ZywOo Claims Historic 30th HLTV MVP as Vitality Sweep PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest Counter-Strike players of all time by winning his 30th HLTV x 1XBET Most Valuable Player (MVP) medal at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026, following a dominant performance throughout the event.

The French star posted a 1.39 overall rating while Vitality went undefeated, winning all six matches on their way to lifting the trophy in Romania. Those opponents included teams ranked inside the top 11 in the world, enhancing the value of ZywOo’s statistics and tournament rating.

ZywOo’s margin over his teammates and rivals was significant thanks to an exceptional group stage — including an impressive 1.41 rating — which ultimately gave him enough statistical weight to claim the MVP over other strong candidates such as Shahar “flameZ” Shushan, who finished slightly ahead in playoff rating.

Record-Setting Achievement

With this medal, ZywOo now sits nine MVPs ahead of s1mple, who previously held second place on the all-time list. No other active player comes close to his tally, reinforcing his position atop the leaderboard of CS2 individual accolades.

Vitality’s Championship Run

Team Vitality capped the event with a convincing grand final sweep over PARIVISION, capturing the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 title in best-of-five fashion. This win marks another major high point in Vitality’s season, as the roster continues building momentum following earlier victories such as IEM Kraków.

The full roster — featuring apEX, ropz, flameZ, mezii and ZywOo — delivered consistent performance across all stages of the event, showcasing why Vitality is considered one of the elite teams in Counter-Strike.

Tournament Summary

• PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 took place from Feb. 14–22 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

• Vitality secured the championship with a 3–0 victory over PARIVISION in the grand final.

• Strong group stage and playoff performances helped ZywOo finish with a median map rating of 1.44 against elite opposition.

What This Means

ZywOo’s 30th MVP not only sets a new all-time record in CS2 esports history but also highlights his sustained excellence across events and formats. At only 25 years old, he continues to redefine individual and team success in competitive Counter-Strike.