Oleksij “Topa” Topchijenko has stepped into the role of captain for Passion UA, taking over from Rodion “fear” Smyk. This transition is notable, as both Topa and fear are products of the NAVI Esports Camp and later competed on the NAVI Junior roster. Now, Topa is set to lead the team as his predecessor moves on.
Passion UA recently made waves on the international stage, turning heads with their strong performance at the Shanghai Major. Despite facing mixed results, the team proved their ability to go head-to-head with some of the biggest names in esports, leaving a lasting impression on fans and analysts alike.
These accomplishments were achieved under fear’s leadership, making his departure a significant shift for the team. How Passion UA’s dynamics will evolve with Topa at the helm is still uncertain, but his leadership qualities and competitive experience suggest that the team may continue building on their recent successes and further solidify their standing in the esports scene.
The current Passion UA roster now includes:
Dmytro “jambo” Semera
Nikita “jackasmo” Skyba
Eduard “zeRRoFIX” Petrovskyi
Oleksij “Topa” Topchijenko
