The 29th IHF Men’s Handball World Championship, taking place from January 14 to February 2, 2025, is set to make history as the first to be hosted across three nations: Denmark, Croatia, and Norway. Featuring 32 of the world’s best teams, this year’s tournament highlights the increasing role of technology in modern handball, with 18 of the participating teams – including reigning champions Denmark, but also Sweden, Spain, Germany, and Norway – using XPS Network to enhance their preparation and performance.
Denmark: Aiming for History with XPS
As the reigning world champions, Denmark enters the tournament with a clear goal: to claim an unprecedented fourth consecutive world title. With the retirement of legendary player Mikkel Hansen, the team now looks to emerging stars Mathias Gidsel and Simon Pytlick to lead the charge. Their preparation is bolstered by XPS Network, a platform that provides seamless integration of training plans, performance data, and analysis tools, ensuring that every detail of their strategy is well managed.
The Role of Technology in Modern Handball
The adoption of XPS Network by more than half of the participating teams reflects the growing importance of technology in sports. From managing complex training schedules to analyzing player performance and fostering efficient communication, the platform empowers teams to achieve excellence both on and off the court.
As the tournament unfolds, the impact of XPS Network will be evident in the preparation and execution of these top-tier teams, further solidifying its reputation as an essential tool for success at the highest level of competition.
With the world’s best handball teams converging for this groundbreaking championship, the 2025 IHF Men’s Handball World Championship promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent, strategy, and innovation. We wish the best of luck to all the participants!
XPS is the Cornerstone for Our Cooperation
Interested in learning more about the use of XPS Network features in handball? Have a look at our User Stories episode made together with Handball Hamburg playing in the German Bundesliga.
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