Player Information
Name
Jakob Nygaard Sørensen
Nationality
Denmark
Born
23.07.2003
Status
Active
Role
Rifler
Team
Approx. Total Winnings
$447,548
Mouse Settings
Mouse
ZOWIE EC2
eDPI
720
DPI
800
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Sensitivity Zoom
0.9
Raw Input
On
Hardware
Mouse
ZOWIE EC2
Mousepad
-
Keyboard
Razer Huntsman Tournament Edition
Headset
Razer BlackShark V2
Monitor Settings
Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Scaling
Stretched
Crosshair Settings
Style
4
Size
2
Thickness
0.5
Gap
-3
Color
Green (1)
Outline
No
Biography
Jakob “jabbi” Nygaard (born July 23, 2003, Denmark) is a professional Counter-Strike 2 rifler currently playing for Astralis. Known for his aggressive entry style, consistent high-level impact, and versatility in CT rotations and lurk roles, jabbi has rapidly established himself among Europe’s top young talents.
Jabbi began his professional journey in June 2022, signing with Heroic and quickly becoming a starter. His breakthrough arrival at Heroic injected fresh drive into the roster, helping solidify their presence on the tier-one scene. In November 2023, jabbi transferred to Astralis, bringing both firepower and a new dynamic to the revival of one of the most storied Counter-Strike organizations. As of mid-2025, he has logged well over 600 professional matches, with career prize earnings exceeding $350,000—testament to consistent performance on the global stage.
His statistical profile reflects his influence:
Rating 2.0 around 1.05 against top-50 opponents
Firepower score 79/100, entry capability 60/100
Strong CT rotation and clutch presence, balancing aggression with map intelligence
In 2023, jabbi was named #15 in HLTV’s Top 20 Players, signaling recognition for his breakout contributions and consistency, while continuing as one of Denmark’s most promising riflers.
Notable Achievements
HLTV Top 20 Players of 2023 — #15
Strong finishes with Heroic and Astralis in premier events across 2022–2025
Integral part of Astralis’ roster rebuilding and resurgence in the CS2 era
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