Following his highly anticipated victory against boxing legend Mike Tyson on November 16, Jake Paul not only drew attention for the result but also for a heartfelt moment with his girlfriend, Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam. In front of thousands of fans at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, Jutta stepped into the ring to celebrate with Paul, planting a passionate kiss that captivated the audience.
Jake Paul, a YouTube star turned professional boxer, secured a unanimous decision win over the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion after eight intense rounds. Supporting him from the sidelines was Jutta Leerdam, who later shared her pride in her boyfriend’s accomplishment.
“He did an amazing job; the event was crazy and magnificent. I was proud of him even before the fight began. Jake showed great respect for Mike, which is incredible because Mike is a true legend,” Leerdam told Mail Online.
Jutta Leerdam: The Speed Skating Queen
Jutta Leerdam, 25, is a celebrated Dutch speed skater who earned a silver medal at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and holds six world championship titles. Beyond her athletic success, she is a social media sensation with 4.6 million Instagram followers and a burgeoning modeling career.
At the event, Leerdam wowed the crowd in a striking white dress with a daring thigh-high slit. She also appeared in the Netflix documentary Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson, which offered a glimpse into her relationship with Paul.
A Unique Love Story
Paul and Leerdam began dating in 2023 and made their relationship public in April 2024. Reflecting on their early interactions, Leerdam revealed she wasn’t initially impressed by Paul. “Jake sent me a message on Instagram inviting me to his podcast. I thought, ‘This guy is so cocky; he won’t win me over,’” she shared.
However, the couple soon discovered common ground in their fast-paced lives and grew closer. Paul jokingly admitted, “She thought I was a jerk—and she was right. But eventually, she got my sense of humor.”
Despite her competitive spirit, Leerdam confessed she gets anxious watching Paul fight. “It’s nerve-wracking, but I’m an athlete too, and I want him to win. He has to win,” she said.
Their dynamic blend of mutual respect and humor continues to captivate fans, with the pair proving to be a power couple both inside and outside the ring.
