NewzDutch speed skater Joy Beune turned to the half marathon of Groningen to help process a disappointing and intense Olympic season. Following the Games, Beune struggled to resume training for the upcoming skating winter.
Despite the difficult period, Beune clarified that she never considered taking a sabbatical from the sport, noting that the half marathon successfully restored her motivation and that "the fire is still burning."
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