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Eventful skating year was a major life lesson for Joy Beune: 'I've had to take a lot'

Eventful skating year was a major life lesson for Joy Beune: 'I've had to take a lot'

Dutch speed skater Joy Beune reflects on a challenging and eventful year as she prepares to defend her title at the World Allround Speed Skating Championships. Despite the unusual timing of the competition, she remains focused on her intensive training and aerodynamic preparation to secure a second consecutive world title.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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