Swiss handball legend Kerstin Kündig retires as team reaches historic World Championship
Switzerland's women's handball team has reached new heights in recent years. After co-hosting the Women's EHF Euro in 2024, the team will now compete in its first-ever World Championship in 2025. This progress comes as veteran player Kerstin Kündig announces her retirement after 14 years with the national side.
Kündig made her international debut in 2012 at just 18 years old. Over her career, she became a key figure in Switzerland's rise, playing 114 matches and scoring 289 goals. Her experience helped the team secure its first-ever qualification for the Women's EHF Euro in 2022—a historic moment for Swiss handball.
The 2024 tournament, co-hosted by Switzerland, further raised the team's profile. Now, with their first World Championship appearance confirmed for 2025, the squad enters a new era. Kündig's departure marks the end of a long chapter, leaving behind a legacy tied to the team's growing success.
Kündig's retirement follows a career that spanned over a decade of international competition. Her contributions coincided with Switzerland's breakthrough in major tournaments, including the upcoming World Championship. The team now moves forward with a stronger reputation on the global stage.
