Career
Stinckens also competed in three Summer Olympics, but did not advance to the finals in any event he competed. Stinckens" best finish was fourth in the semifinal round twice (K-4 1000 m: 1972, 1976). Following his athletic career Stinckens founded the company "Unicorn Group" in Overpelt (Belgium), focussing on corporate professional training with outdoor team and leadership development seminars.