coolio surprised by G2's SunPayus benching, praises FUT AWPer
András "coolio" Fercsák said he was surprised that G2 benched Álvaro "SunPayus" García, calling him a strong player. He praised SunPayus's AWP ability, experience, and mid-round control after FUT's opening win at PGL Masters Bucharest. coolio added that FUT had practiced with SunPayus for over a month before his official debut.
FUT opened PGL Masters Bucharest 2026 by defeating TYLOO, recovering after a difficult start. SunPayus led the scoreboard with a 1.47 rating in his official debut. coolio admitted G2’s choice to bench SunPayus surprised him, since he still rates the AWPer highly.
The team had more than a month without officials after BLAST Porto, allowing unofficial practice and a bootcamp with SunPayus before Bucharest. coolio said the newcomer adapted easily, lifted team mood, and accepted FUT’s system. His experience and mid-round decision-making filled a gap, especially when Krabeni lurked, while his AWP secured expected kills.
This roster move may shape how esports fans and analysts discuss player value, team chemistry, and bench decisions. FUT supporters could gain confidence from SunPayus’s strong debut, while G2 followers may question the benching. For players, it may reinforce that fit, communication, and mid-round control matter alongside raw skill. The story could also fuel broader debates about experience versus youth in competitive Counter-Strike, though one match cannot settle such questions.