Team Vitality captain Dan “apEX” Madesclaire became a hot topic on social media after a controversial joke during a BLAST Premier interview. The tournament’s official account shared a short clip, which quickly spread across the community.
A provocative question — an even more provocative answer
During the post-match interview, the host asked apEX in a joking manner about Vitality’s success and the team’s internal atmosphere. The French in-game leader responded in a blunt and unfiltered way:
Did you suck your coach today? – Every day, made. It’s necessary for the team. Where do you think our success comes from?
The comment immediately triggered laughter in the studio. apEX’s reaction made it clear that he meant it as crude humor rather than a serious statement.
BLAST Premier leans into the moment
You did WHAT to your coach?! @Vitality_apEX 😳#BLASTPremier pic.twitter.com/hrIgvmwoxf
— BLAST Premier 💥 (@BLASTPremier) January 23, 2026
BLAST Premier’s official account quickly shared the clip with the caption
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You did WHAT to your coach?!
The post fueled further discussion and helped the video gain tens of thousands of views. It soon went viral on X and Reddit.
Community reaction
Fans viewed the moment as a clear example of apEX’s trademark personality — emotional, sharp, and completely unfiltered. Many comments pointed out that this kind of humor reflects the relaxed atmosphere inside the current Vitality lineup. At the same time, the team continues to show strict discipline on the server.
In the end, a single joke turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the tournament. It also reminded fans why apEX remains one of the most colorful captains in the CS2 scene.
