Born on December 30, 1998, in ‘s-Gravenzande, South Holland, Jutta Leerdam‘s journey to becoming a speed skating champion began at a young age. Hailing from a town with a rich skating tradition, Leerdam made a mark not only as a speed skater but also as a formidable inline skater, securing multiple national and international titles. Transitioning from inline skating to speed skating, Leerdam clinched the title of junior world champion at the 2017 World Junior Championship in Helsinki, Finland. In the subsequent 2018 championships in Salt Lake City, USA, she secured second place, showcasing her continuous pursuit of excellence.
Off the ice, Leerdam has established herself financially, with a net worth estimated around $1 million. In 2020, she invested in a $1.6 million property in Naaldwijk. Additionally, Leerdam has secured endorsement deals with Red Bull and Craft, enhancing her profile both on and off the skating rink. Interestingly, on the dating side of things, she is also the lady who stole the heart of the YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. The couple have been together for almost a year now. This raises an interesting question- what was her dating history like before she met ‘The Problem Child’?
Jutta Leerdam’s past relationships: Keon Verweji and Memphis Depay
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Koen Verweij boasts a rich history as a Dutch long-track speed skater, marathon skater, and inline skater. His career reached its pinnacle in 2014, marked by a silver Olympic medal in the 1500 meters, a gold Olympic medal in team pursuit, and clinching the title of all-around world champion. In the summer of 2022, Verweij bid farewell to competitive speed skating, concluding a remarkable journey through the rinks.
Leerdam and Verweji were in a relationship for around five years before they decided to end things and split up. At the time of the breakup, Leerdam shared her decision on social media as she wrote a heartfelt message. The two appeared to have grown apart. In a podcast appearance with Paul, she revealed her reluctance to date another speed skater, citing the challenges of constant togetherness during training.
Prior to Verweji, it is rumored that she was in a relationship with the Dutch footballer Memphis Depay. Depay is a prominent Dutch forward currently showcasing his skills at La Liga club Atlético Madrid and representing the Netherlands on the international stage. Even though neither of the two either confirmed or denied the rumors about them dating one another, the rumors of their past relationship are still convincing for a lot of fans.
Leerdam’s current love interest Jake Paul
In April of this year, Jake Paul made public his relationship with Leerdam. Their love is evident from the images they’ve shared on Instagram, portraying a close and joyous bond. The couple frequently expresses their happiness through social media posts, offering glimpses into their affectionate partnership.
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Moreover, as he plans to return to the ring against Andre August in a couple of hours, it appears that Leerdam will be there beside him on fight night. The Jake Paul-Jutta Leerdam relationship is blossoming, having gone public only recently. Despite their short time together, it’s evident that the bond between ‘The Problem Child’ and the world champion skater is deepening.
Transitioning from the initial stages of their romance, Leerdam actively supported Paul during his August fight against Nate Diaz, witnessing the YouTuber’s unanimous decision victory over the former UFC superstar. It seems that the two might just be planning to take the next step in their relationship.
Are the two planning on getting married?
Jake Paul has openly shared his aspirations for marriage and starting a family with Jutta Leerdam. In an episode of his podcast, he discussed his dreams of building a life together and being actively involved in the upbringing of their children. Speaking with Logan Paul, he opened up about his thoughts regarding his future plans.
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He stated, “It’s funny. Interestingly enough, I dream of the same thing [marriage and family] and getting to become best friends with my kids. Just being there all the time, which is why I work so hard, is to have the financial freedom to be able to not work when they’re born and to be with them all the time… And doing it with my wife at the time, which I believe will be Jutta.”
It appears that the relationship between the couple is going strong. It will be interesting to see when they tie the knot. What do you think about the relationship between the two? Do share your thoughts in the comments below.
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