Jake Paul’s Fiancee Jutta Leerdam Wins Silver in 500m Speed Skating
Jutta Leerdam, a celebrated Dutch speed skater, earned a silver medal in the women’s 500-meter event at the Milan Cortina Games. This achievement, on February 15, 2026, marked her second Olympic medal of the Games and her third overall. Engaged to boxing star Jake Paul, Leerdam finished just 0.66 seconds behind her teammate Femke Kok, who secured the gold with an impressive Olympic record time of 36.49 seconds.
Olympic Highlights and Achievements
Leerdam’s silver medal in the 500-meter race follows her remarkable performance in the women’s 1000-meter event, where she set a world record with a time of 1:12.31, earning her first gold medal at these Olympics. Her accomplishments came amid some scrutiny regarding her travel choices, as she faced backlash for flying to Italy on a private jet. Despite this, her skating skills proved dominating, silencing critics along the way.
Race Results
- Gold Medalist: Femke Kok (Netherlands) – 36.49 seconds (Olympic Record)
- Silver Medalist: Jutta Leerdam (Netherlands) – 37.15 seconds
- Bronze Medalist: Miho Takagi (Japan) – Result not specified
- Erin Jackson (USA): Finished just 0.5 seconds off the podium.
Emotional Support from Jake Paul
Paul expressed his pride and joy following Leerdam’s performance. He shared his feelings in a heartfelt statement to the Associated Press: “It’s the greatest feeling I’ve ever witnessed. The amount of hard work she puts into it is beyond what most people can understand.” He emphasized the intense pressure Leerdam faced and acknowledged her resilience through it all.
Looking Ahead
Leerdam’s recent success builds on her previous Olympic performance, where she finished fifth in the 500-meter event at the 2022 Beijing Games. As she continues to push boundaries in speed skating, the world eagerly awaits her next competitions and potential future accolades.
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