Fresh off a career-defining performance at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, Dutch speed skating sensation Jutta Leerdam is trading the ice for the cobblestone streets of Manhattan.
The 27-year-old athlete, widely regarded as the “Sprint Queen,” recently took to Instagram to share glimpses of her victory lap in the Big Apple, leaving her 6.5 million followers “obsessed” with her off-duty style.
Following a grueling Olympic cycle, Leerdam is currently enjoying well-deserved downtime in New York City.
In a viral post captioned “LY NY,” the Olympic champion showcased her signature blend of athletic power and high-fashion glamour. Posing against the backdrop of the Empire State Building, Leerdam stunned in a pink floral corset that highlighted her world-class physique.
True to the authentic spirit that has made her a social media powerhouse, the carousel didn’t just feature high-fashion poses.
One standout image showed the gold medalist “gorging” on a classic New York slice, proving that even elite athletes need a pizza break after breaking world-class records.
Fans were quick to flood the comments, with one calling her a “stunning queen” and another simply writing, “Obsessed with your whole look.”
Dominance on the Ice: The 2026 Olympic Legacy
Leerdam’s New York getaway comes on the heels of a historic showing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Earlier this year, she solidified her status as one of the most dominant sprinters of her generation by capturing:
- Gold Medal (1,000m): Leerdam shattered the Olympic record with a blistering time of 1:12.31, securing her first-ever Olympic gold after a silver in Beijing 2022.
- Silver Medal (500m): She added to her tally with a second-place finish, contributing to a dominant year for Dutch speed skating.
Her performance was a masterclass in resilience, especially after recovering from a complex tibia fracture sustained just months before the Games in December 2025.
Her gold-winning skate-suit was later auctioned for a staggering €195,000, with proceeds donated to the youth skating club where she first learned to glide.
Power Couple Status: Jake Paul and Engagement Rumors
While Jutta’s athletic prowess is undisputed, her personal life frequently captures global headlines due to her high-profile relationship with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
The couple, who met in 2023 after Paul reached out via Instagram DMs, officially announced their engagement in March 2025 during a romantic trip to St. Lucia.
Recently, the duo faced intense scrutiny following rumors from Dutch media claiming the engagement had been called off.
Jake Paul issued a furious statement on X (formerly Twitter) in April 2026, slamming the reports as “false information.”
Paul, who was seen cheering emotionally in the stands during Jutta’s gold-medal run in Milan, remains her most vocal supporter. The couple reportedly plans to wed in August 2027, allowing Leerdam to maintain her focus on her professional skating career through the 2026 season.
Beyond the Rink: Forbes 30 Under 30
Jutta’s influence extends far beyond the skating rink. This month, she was named to the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe list for 2026 in the Sports & Games category.
Forbes highlighted her as one of the most “visible athletes” in winter sports, noting her collaborations with major brands like Nike and SKIMS.
Whether she is setting Olympic records at 30 miles per hour or exploring New York City in a floral corset, Jutta Leerdam continues to redefine what it means to be a modern sports icon—balancing elite athletic discipline with a global lifestyle that keeps millions of fans watching her every move.