The President of the German Handball Federation (DHB) Ulrich Strombach announced that he will withdraw his proposal to reduce the number of big championships from currently 10 in 8 years to 8 in 8 years. His proposal to the upcoming IHF Congress suggested three Continental Championships, three World Championships and 2 Olympic Games in 8 years. Due to a lac of support of other leading nations Strombach announced the withdrawl. GB