Overview

• Rune Dahmke announced the birth of his daughter Amelie in a black-and-white Instagram post featuring his wife, former Norwegian champion Stine Oftedal Dahmke, and their newborn.
• The couple maintained strict privacy around Stine’s pregnancy until the surprising announcement earlier this week.
• THW Kiel, the German Handball Federation and fellow athletes publicly extended congratulations to the new parents.
• Ahead of the 2025–26 season, Rune will update his playing shirt to 'R. Dahmke' to avoid confusion with his cousin Jesse.
• Stine, who retired from professional play in 2024 following a decorated international career, is embracing motherhood.