Speed skater Jutta Leerdam won Olympic gold for the Netherlands on 9 February, setting a new record in the women\u2019s 1,000 metres as fianc\u00e9 Jake Paul watched from the stands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leerdam finished in 1:12.31, breaking the Olympic mark and claiming the top podium spot. Cameras showed Paul in tears, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
celebrating her victory. Dutch teammate Femke Kok took silver in 1:12.59, while Japan\u2019s Miho Takagi earned bronze with 1:13.95.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kok had briefly set an Olympic record earlier in the event, increasing pressure on Leerdam. She responded with a flawless skate to<\/p>\n\n\n\n
reclaim the record minutes later. After crossing the line, Leerdam wiped away tears, blew Paul a kiss, and formed a heart with her hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A previous silver medalist at Beijing 2022, Leerdam entered the race as a favorite, backed by a European title and multiple World Cup medals this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the sport\u2019s biggest stage, she delivered a record-breaking performance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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