Team Falcons will play the final stage of BLAST Bounty without their head coach Dani “zonic” Sørensen. The reason is the sudden death of his brother, which the coach personally reported on social media. The club officially confirmed that zonic will not continue working with the team at this tournament and has returned home to be with his family.
Status as one of the most stable teams
This decision has not only a human, but also a sporting context. Falcons approach the BLAST Bounty finals with the status of one of the most stable teams at the beginning of 2026, showing strong results in the online stage and confident victories in decisive matches. At the same time, the absence of the head coach at the LAN stage can become a serious challenge, as zonic was responsible for tactical preparation, adaptation to opponents, and the psychological stability of the roster.
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The official position of Falcons and the situation around zonic
The club released a statement expressing sincere condolences to Dani Sørensen and his family. Falcons emphasized that they fully support the coach’s decision to put family first and are not putting any pressure on him regarding the timing of his return. The organization also underlined that it hopes to see zonic back with the team when he is ready.
Zonic himself wrote that he learned about his brother’s death immediately after the match against ECSTATIC, after which he flew home without delay. Despite the tragedy, he separately noted the work of his players and praised them for reaching the finals in Malta. This highlights his involvement in the process and his trust in the team even in the most difficult moment.
In what form Falcons approach the BLAST Bounty finals
Falcons come into the tournament in very strong playing form. The team won its most recent matches in BLAST Bounty Season 1, in particular confidently defeating Monte and ECSTATIC with 2:0 scorelines. Over the past months, Falcons have shown a high win rate, stable performances on key maps, and gradual growth in the rankings.
The roster looks balanced both in individual form and in team interaction. NiKo remains the main striking force, m0NESY continues to demonstrate an elite level with the sniper rifle, and TeSeS, kyxsan, and kyousuke consistently fulfill their roles within the round structure. It is this stability that may become the factor allowing Falcons to maintain their level even without the presence of the head coach at the arena.
How the absence of zonic may affect the team
Losing a coach at the final stage of a tournament is primarily a blow to between-match preparation. Zonic is known for his work with micro-adaptations, selecting tactical solutions for specific opponents, and maintaining discipline in tense moments. Without him, Falcons will have to rely on the internal leadership of the players and on preparations made in advance.
At the same time, psychologically this situation can also play the opposite role. Teams often gain additional motivation in such circumstances, trying to play “for the coach” and prove their ability to act autonomously. For Falcons, this is a chance to show maturity as a collective and confirm their status as a world-class top team.
Tournament context and the importance of the BLAST Bounty finals
The BLAST Bounty finals are not just another event, but an important step in the ranking system and in the fight for stable positions among the top teams of 2026. They are held in a LAN format, which automatically increases the level of pressure and the importance of every match. For Falcons, this is an opportunity to cement their status as one of the main contenders for the major titles of the season.
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BLAST Bounty finals
Falcons will play the BLAST Bounty finals without Dani “zonic” Sørensen due to tragic family circumstances. The main emphasis of this news is not sporting, but human: the team and the organization have put support for the coach and his family above any results. At the same time, Falcons approach the tournament in excellent form and have enough resources to remain competitive even without their coach by their side. These finals will be a test not only of playing strength, but also of the maturity of the team as a united whole.
