Lotan “Spinx” Giladi (born September 13, 2000) is a professional Counter-Strike 2 player from Israel, widely recognized for his sharp rifling skills and his impactful role as a lurker. Since entering the competitive Counter-Strike scene, Spinx has steadily climbed the global ranks, establishing himself as a key player in Europe’s esports landscape and securing victories at some of the most prestigious tournaments in the world.
Personal Information and Early Career
Hailing from Israel, Spinx began his professional Counter-Strike career playing for regional teams such as Tikitakan before eventually moving to international rosters. In August 2020, he took a significant step forward by joining c0ntact Gaming, playing alongside Marco “Snappi” Pfeiffer, which marked his entry into high-tier European competition.
Career Progression
ENCE – Rise to Prominence Spinx joined the Finnish organization ENCE in January 2021. With ENCE, he gained valuable experience at high-stakes international competitions and became a defining statistical force for the team. Notable results during this time included a runner-up finish at ESL Pro League Season 15 and a top-four finish at the PGL Major Antwerp 2022.
Team Vitality – Establishing Himself as a Top-Tier Player In August 2022, Spinx signed with Team Vitality, stepping into a crucial rifler role. His time with Team Vitality was marked by an era of dominance. He was instrumental in helping the team secure the BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023, making him the first Israeli and Middle Eastern player to ever win a Counter-Strike Major. He also helped Vitality secure trophies at Gamers8 2023, the BLAST Premier World Final 2023, and IEM Cologne 2024.
MOUZ – A New Chapter In January 2025, Spinx transferred to MOUZ. He quickly found success with his new roster, winning PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 and later securing a victory at the BLAST Bounty Summer 2026, further cementing his status as a world-class competitor.
Notable Achievements
Spinx has achieved multiple significant tournament victories throughout his career:
- BLAST.tv Paris Major 2023 – 1st Place (with Team Vitality)
- Gamers8 2023 – 1st Place (with Team Vitality)
- BLAST Premier: World Final 2023 – 1st Place (with Team Vitality)
- IEM Cologne 2024 – 1st Place (with Team Vitality)
- PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 – 1st Place (with MOUZ)
- BLAST Bounty Summer 2026 – 1st Place (with MOUZ)
Playstyle and Strengths
Spinx is primarily known for his world-class proficiency as a lurker. Operating aggressively yet intelligently, he excels in exploiting enemy rotations and demonstrating impeccable map knowledge. His calm, calculated approach frequently allows him to secure rounds in high-pressure clutch situations. To optimize his accuracy, his setup includes a 900 DPI mouse sensitivity and a 1280×960 stretched resolution.
