In 2019 she raised the World Championship trophy with the Netherlands; by the next World Championship, two years later, she was starting a break due to burnout. For Rinka Duijndam, handball in its early years was all about fun. Navigating the world of professional sport brought new focuses and as she tried to find her place there, Duijndam ended up losing her joy in the game and ultimately herself. Now she has found both again, after a rewarding journey.