Enzo Druguet retires from handball at 26 due to fear of the ball

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Handball goalkeeper Enzo Druguet has retired at 26 due to a fear of the ball after repeated head impacts. Multiple headshots, including a severe concussion in 2024 and another in December 2025, led to symptoms like headaches, memory lapses, and concentration difficulties, making him fear the ball. Druguet will now pursue a career in padel coaching while also working in handball, aiming to combine his passions.


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