Berlin, Germany – 06.02.2026 — Berlin International Gaming (BIG) strengthens its Fortnite division by signing one of the most successful players in the scene: Danila “Malibuca” Iakovenko. The multiple award-winning Fortnite pro has been among the world’s top players for years and has earned over one million US dollars in prize money throughout his career.
Malibuca will now compete alongside BIG player Taylor‑Petrik “vic0” Gatschelhofer as a permanent duo. With this move, BIG sends a strong signal in competitive Fortnite ahead of the 2026 Esports World Cup season. In a discipline where duo formations are often assembled across organizations, BIG is deliberately taking a different approach by uniting both players long-term under a single organization.
This step underlines BIG’s strategic ambition to compete in international Fortnite not just sporadically, but structurally. Close collaboration within one organization enables more focused training, coordinated preparation and a clear sporting direction, creating a decisive advantage at the highest competitive level.
Malibuca has been one of the most consistent performers worldwide for several years and has proven his skills in both online formats and LAN events. Together with vic0, the next step is now to achieve consistent top placements at international majors and strong results at the season’s most important events.
With the signing of Malibuca and the clear duo structure, BIG sends a bold signal for 2026 and reinforces its ambition to rank among the leading organizations in global Fortnite esports.
