Fluxo have officially announced that they are suspending their Counter-Strike 2 operations after more than four years in the game. In a statement published on November 10, the Brazilian organization confirmed that three players will be released, while Raphael “exit” Lacerda, David “dav1deuS” Tapia Maldonado and coach Gustavo “Juve” Alexandre will remain under contract.
The announcement confirms an earlier report from HLTV and Dust2 Brasil, which revealed that Fluxo were preparing to disband their current lineup after failing to qualify for either Major in 2026.
Fluxo explain decision to suspend CS2 division
According to the official statement, the decision was influenced by recent changes to the Counter-Strike Major format and revenue-sharing model, alongside the loss of a key strategic partner. These factors led the organization to reassess its continued investment in the game.
Fluxo explained that the team had achieved several important results during its four-year history, including qualification for three Majors and victories at regional tournaments. However, the organization acknowledged that its performances had not always met expectations.
The club also thanked the players and staff who represented Fluxo throughout its Counter-Strike history, emphasizing that the decision marked the end of the current project rather than announcing a permanent withdrawal from the game.
🚨 COMUNICADO OFICIAL! https://t.co/vGOXRe3KEq
— Fluxo W7M (@fluxogg) November 10, 2026
Three players released while exit and dav1deuS remain
Fluxo also confirmed the future of their current players and coaching staff. Three members of the active roster will become free agents, while two players and the head coach will remain under contract with the organization.
The confirmed roster changes are:
- Romeu “zevy” Rocco — released
- Kayke “kye” Bertolucci — released
- João “Ltz” Bonetti — released
- Raphael “exit” Lacerda — retained under contract
- David “dav1deuS” Tapia Maldonado — retained under contract
- Gustavo “Juve” Alexandre — retained under contract as coach
The organization stated that the remaining members of the project will have their contracts terminated and will be free to negotiate new opportunities.
Fluxo have not announced whether the retained players will be transferred, released later or included in a potential future roster. There is also no confirmed timeline for the return of the Counter-Strike division.
Fluxo end four-year chapter after missing both Majors
Fluxo entered competitive Counter-Strike in August 2022 and went on to participate in three Majors: BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023, BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 and StarLadder Budapest Major 2025.
The organization represented several notable Brazilian players during this period, including João “felps” Vasconcellos, Lucas “Lucaozy” Neves and Andrei “arT” Piovezan. However, the team struggled to maintain consistent international results despite winning several regional championships.
The 2026 season proved particularly difficult. Fluxo competed in 13 LAN tournaments, winning BetBoom RUSH B! Summit Season 4 and finishing second at Leon.BET Masters Season 1. Despite these results, the team failed to qualify for IEM Cologne Major 2026 and PGL Major Singapore 2026, finishing the season around 60th place in the global Valve Regional Standings.
The official announcement brings the current Fluxo project to an end after several roster rebuilds during 2026. Although the organization has decided to suspend operations, it has not ruled out a return to Counter-Strike in the future.
