{"id":384253,"date":"2026-04-16T13:06:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T13:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/?p=384253"},"modified":"2026-04-16T13:12:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T13:12:56","slug":"nip-sign-stavn-awper-bench-r1nkle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/en\/news\/nip-sign-stavn-awper-bench-r1nkle","title":{"rendered":"stavn takes the AWP: NiP shake up roster after Cologne failure"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ninjas in Pyjamas have officially announced the signing of Martin \u201cstavn\u201d Lund<\/a> \u2014 and not just as a rifler, but as their new primary AWPer. The move instantly became one of the most talked-about transfers in recent weeks, as the Dane has never been a full-time sniper throughout his career.<\/p>\n

A new role for stavn \u2014 and the end of r1nkle\u2019s era?<\/h3>\n
\"\"
Photo Copyright by PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In NiP, stavn replaces Artem \u201cr1nkle\u201d Moroz, who has been moved to the bench following the team\u2019s failed IEM Cologne Major qualification. The Ukrainian AWPer struggled to provide consistent impact, prompting the organization to make a bold change.<\/p>\n

For stavn, this marks a complete transition into a new role. Previously, he operated as a hybrid player \u2014 occasionally picking up the AWP, but primarily playing as a rifler during his time in HEROIC. Now, NiP are betting on his versatility and raw mechanical skill.<\/p>\n\n

\n

read more<\/h3>\n
\n
\n \n
<\/div>\n \n \"NAVI\n <\/picture>\n <\/a>\n
\n
\n NAVI survive elimination to knock out Aurora at IEM Rio 2026<\/a>\n \n
\n \n <\/use>\n <\/svg>\n <\/div>\n
\n \n <\/use>\n <\/svg>\n <\/div>\n
\n \n <\/use>\n <\/svg>\n <\/div>\n <\/a><\/div>\n
\n
Apr 16<\/div>\n News<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Return after a long break<\/h3>\n

stavn has spent the last eight months away from competitive play after stepping down from Astralis due to personal issues. Back in January, he stated:<\/p>\n

With professional therapy and patience, I now feel more grounded than before and ready to strive for greatness.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n

Joining NiP marks the long-awaited comeback \u2014 and a major challenge given his new responsibilities.<\/p>\n

Reuniting with familiar faces<\/strong><\/p>\n

At NiP, stavn reunites with:<\/p>\n