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Such close calls could impact a team\u2019s morale, but that hasn't been the case for MATUMBAMAN\u2014who is more concerned with enjoying his final ride with his roadmates. Finland\u2019s finest position one player had a post-game interview with Kaci Aitchison, where he shared his zen approach to TI11. Given Liquid\u2019s subpar run in the 2022 DPC season and the most recent Majors, MATUMBAMAN is of the opinion that any part of their performance on Dota\u2019s biggest stage is\u00a0 a \u201cwin-win\u201d situation. \u201cFor me, it is ultimately a win-win situation,\u201d Matu said. \u201cI get to play my last TI. It was a struggle to even get here. I\u2019m not even sure if we were supposed to be here. 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