Trivia

PETA activist.

Longtime companion of swimmer Franziska van Almsick from 2000 to 2004.

According to his official website, he has 17 tattoos.

His parents Peter and Waltraud were successful handball players in the former East Germany.

Has two siblings, Kerstin and Felix.

German handball player, who has played 218 times (821 goals) for Germany's national side since 1993.

During his club career, he has played for Blau-Weiß Spandau (1991-1993), VfL Gummersbach (1993-1996) and SC Magdeburg (since 1996).

Has two children with his wife: Lucie-Marie (b. August 2000) and Elvis Ernesto (b. 11 April 2008).