Overview
- The German federation announced that Winiarski stepped down with immediate effect citing personal reasons.
- He said his family needs more of his time and pointed to the strain of combining PlusLiga club duties with the national team, noting minor health issues.
- Winiarski also coaches Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie in Poland’s top division, which he described as an intense workload with little time to recover.
- He had extended his national-team contract in 2024 through 2028 with an eye on Los Angeles, so the resignation alters planning for the next Olympic cycle.
- The DVV plans talks with several candidates in the coming weeks as chief coach Christian Dünnes praised Winiarski’s impact and said he respects the decision.