After the Paralympic Games in Paris, I decided to undergo hip surgery. It was a tough decision because, for a top athlete, stepping away from competition—even temporarily—is never easy. But living with daily pain was no longer an option. To the outside world, it may have seemed like I disappeared off the radar for a while, but behind the scenes, I’ve been anything but idle. Time for an update!
I have…
✅ completed my rehabilitation program, including physiotherapy.
✅ taken an unforgettable trip to the beautiful Costa Rica.
✅ contributed as a city ambassador for thirty030 to make Utrecht a better, safer, and more accessible place.
✅ visited sponsors—great to have the time to catch up with everyone!
✅ spent my first hours back on the tennis court.
✅ started researching the right adjustments for my wheelchair now that my hip has a different alignment.
In other words: I’m steadily making my way back to the tennis court. I’ve missed the game, but this period has also brought me a lot.
On to the next phase—see you in the next update!
