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Leerdam earns 500m silver as Kok hits Olympic record at Milan-Cortina 2026
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Leerdam earns 500m silver as Kok hits Olympic record at Milan-Cortina 2026

Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam won silver in the women’s 500-meter at Milan-Cortina 2026, finishing 0.66 seconds behind teammate Femke Kok, who set an Olympic record of 36.49 seconds; Erin Jackson missed the podium by 0.5 seconds. Leerdam had already claimed gold in the 1000m earlier in these Games, giving her a second Olympic medal, while fiancé Jake Paul publicly celebrated her performance.

Leerdam slammed as diva after private jet to Milano Olympics
sports11 days ago

Leerdam slammed as diva after private jet to Milano Olympics

Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam faced online backlash after posting photos from a private-jet trip to the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games, with critics calling her arrogant and a "diva" while her fiancé Jake Paul showed support. The flight included champagne, custom cupcakes reading 'Success Jutta', and Olympic-themed meals, prompting discussions about privilege and the environmental impact of private travel ahead of Leerdam's bid in the 1000m and 500m events; reactions ranged from disapproval of the display to climate-concerned commentary as she prepares for her second Olympics following a Beijing silver and a storied career.