f0rest

Patrik 'f0rest' Lindberg is a Swedish professional esports player, born on June 10, 1988. He is widely recognized as one of the greatest Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) players of all time. Lindberg started his professional career in 2005 with Begrip Gaming before moving to Fnatic in 2006, where he won multiple titles. He later joined Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP) in 2012, cementing his legacy as one of the best players in the world.

f0rest is known for his incredible reflexes, versatile playstyle, and exceptional rifle skills. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records in CS:GO tournaments.

Begrip Gaming

• f0rest started his professional career with Begrip Gaming in 2005 before moving to Fnatic the following year.

Fnatic

• Early Success: f0rest joined Fnatic in 2006. With his exceptional skills, he helped the team win numerous tournaments, including the World Cyber Games (WCG) and Intel Extreme Masters (IEM).

Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP)

• Establishing Legacy: f0rest joined NiP in 2012, where he continued to dominate the CS:GO scene. The team had an unprecedented 87-0 win streak in maps, and f0rest was a significant contributor to this success.

Dignitas

• Later Career: In 2020, f0rest moved to Dignitas, reuniting with some of his former NiP teammates.

Swedish National Team

• Debut: Represented Sweden in various international tournaments, such as the World Cyber Games and Electronic Sports World Cup.

Achievements:

• World Cyber Games: Winner in 2009 and 2010.
• Electronic Sports World Cup: Winner in 2007 and 2011.

• Role: Primarily a rifler, but also excels as a secondary AWPer.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional reflexes, accuracy, and versatile playstyle. f0rest is celebrated for his in-game leadership and clutch ability.

• Family: f0rest is married to Sandra 'pita' Akerlie.
• Interests: Aside from gaming, f0rest also enjoys playing football and spending time with his family.

• Patrik 'f0rest' Lindberg is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his sportsmanship, dedication, and longevity in professional esports. His impact on the esports scene and his status as an icon extend beyond the gaming world, inspiring millions of fans around the globe.

Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards:

• ESL One Cologne 2014
• StarSeries Season 2

ESL Pro League Finals:

• Winner in Season 2 and 4

Intel Extreme Masters:

• Winner in Season VI and VIII

Books

• Hamilton, W. (2018) The esports book: An insider's guide to the world of pro gaming. New York: Macmillan Publishers.

Websites

• HLTV: Information about f0rest’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.hltv.org
• ESL Gaming: Details about f0rest’s career in ESL tournaments. Available at: https://www.eslgaming.com
• Liquipedia: Comprehensive information on f0rest’s gaming career. Available at: https://liquipedia.net

Interviews and Documentaries

• Reflections with f0rest: An interview with f0rest, discussing his career and experiences in professional esports. Available at: https://www.youtube.com
• The Story of f0rest: A documentary that provides a detailed look at f0rest’s life and career. Available at: https://www.youtube.com