s1mple

Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev is a Ukrainian professional esports player, born on October 2, 1997, in Kiev, Ukraine. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). Kostyliev started his professional career with Team Liquid before moving to Natus Vincere (Na'Vi) in 2016, where he has won multiple titles, including the ESL Pro League, and the Intel Extreme Masters.

s1mple is known for his incredible reflexes, accuracy, strategic mind, and versatility. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the highest kill-death ratio in CS:GO Major history.

Off the field, s1mple is also recognized for his online presence, making significant contributions to the CS:GO community and inspiring millions worldwide.

Team Liquid

• Youth and Early Career: Kostyliev was born and raised in Kiev and started his professional career with Team Liquid in 2016.

Natus Vincere (Na'Vi)

• Success and Growth: s1mple signed with Natus Vincere in 2016. Under the guidance of his team, he developed into one of the world's best esports players, winning multiple titles, including the ESL Pro League and the Intel Extreme Masters.

Later Career

• Continued Success: In his later career, s1mple continued to perform at an extremely high level, consistently ranking among the top players in the world and winning numerous tournaments.

Ukraine National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Ukraine in 2014.
• Accomplishments: s1mple has won numerous international tournaments, including the ESL One Cologne and StarSeries & i-League CS:GO.

• Position: Primarily an AWPer (sniper), but also excels as a rifler.
• Skills: Known for his incredible reflexes, accuracy, strategic mind, and versatility. s1mple is celebrated for his ability to read the game and make crucial decisions under pressure.

• Family: s1mple is private about his family life.
• Online Presence: s1mple is known for his engagement with the CS:GO community, often interacting with fans on social media and streaming platforms.

• Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and longevity in professional esports. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the game, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Kills in CS:GO Major:

• Over 1,500 kills

Most AWP Kills:

• Over 10,000 kills

Most Kills in a Single Tournament:

• Over 200 kills

Books

• None available at the moment

Websites

• HLTV: Information about s1mple's career and achievements. Available at: https://www.hltv.org
• ESL Gaming: Details about s1mple's career at Natus Vincere. Available at: https://www.eslgaming.com
• Natus Vincere: Official site with updates on s1mple's performance and records at Na'Vi. Available at: https://navi.gg
• Counter-Strike: Global Offensive: Updates and records of s1mple in CS:GO competitions. Available at: https://blog.counter-strike.net

Articles

• HLTV: s1mple: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.hltv.org/stats/players/s1mple
• The Esports Observer: s1mple's career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theesportsobserver.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• s1mple: The Pursuit of Excellence (2020): Directed by Valve Corporation. This documentary provides a detailed look at s1mple's life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• Esports Interviews: Various interviews and features on Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.hltv.org