Jake Paul’s fiancée Jutta Leerdam trains with Jordan Stolz following a false rumor

Olympic Speed Skaters Train Together After Rumors

It’s interesting how rumors can sometimes lead to reality.

After some false chatter suggested that Olympic gold medalists Jordan Stolz and Jutta Lierdam trained together, they actually made it happen. The Associated Press reported on this unexpected collaboration.

Lierdam, hailing from the Netherlands, mentioned the speculation around the 2026 Olympics when asked about their training. To everyone’s surprise, she confirmed they skated together, albeit after the initial rumors had circulated.

“I was training with Jordan Stoltz, it was no big deal,” Lierdam shared on Sunday. “And we thought, ‘Oh, maybe we should do that.’ So we trained together.”

During their workout on stationary bikes, Lierdam ended up skating behind Stolz. She noted that it was just a few laps, but their practice turned out to be quite beneficial.

“He skates very well. When you’re behind someone, you really understand their timing. That’s always helpful,” Lierdam said about the experience.

Lierdam has truly shined during her time in Milan, clinching a silver medal in the women’s 500m and taking gold in the 1000m. Notably, her fiancé, YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul, could be seen cheering passionately in the stands following her victory in the 1000m.

In both races, Lierdam was in a close contest with fellow Dutch skater Femke Kok, winning gold in the 500m by a mere 0.66 seconds. This marks a significant improvement for Lierdam, who finished fifth in the same event at the 2022 Olympics.

Stolz has also made impressive strides. The 21-year-old has emerged as a prominent figure in American speed skating, showcasing his talents despite some of his teammates’ lackluster performances.

He dominated both the 500m and 1000m events, securing gold in each. In the 1000m, he edged out Dutch competitor Jenning de Vu, and then held his ground in the 500m against him.

Both of Stolz’s race times set new Olympic records. His two gold medals contribute to a five-medal tally for American athletes at the 2026 Olympics, positioning him fourth overall.

With two more events left—the 1500 meters and the mass start—Stolz has the potential to become the fourth athlete ever to secure at least four golds in a single Winter Olympics.

“I have a few days to relax before the 1,500 meters, and I feel like my speed and endurance are very good right now,” Stolz said regarding the upcoming competition. “If you skate a clean race, you should get a good result.”