Jake Paul, gears up for another bout on March 2, this time against Ryan Bourland in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As he strives for victory in the co-main event, Paul reflects on the sacrifices demanded by his career, enduring prolonged separations from loved ones, including someone special, his partner, Jutta Leerdam.
Critics often target Paul for choosing retired MMA opponents, prompting him to face a professional boxer last February in the form of Tommy Fury. He lost the fight and later in the year defeated another professional boxer, Andre August, to make a return in style. However, as the Problem Child prepares to once again shock the boxing world with a face-off against a professional boxer, he has to spend time preparing for the fight. This has led his girlfriend, Jutta Leerdam, to await his return. Here’s what Jake Paul had to say to Leerdam.
Jake Paul replies to Jutta Leerdam, Chris Bumstead-style
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Boxing camps, undoubtedly, are demanding physically, mentally, and emotionally. Jake Paul recently shared a clip, revealing snippets of his rigorous training, including late-night sessions and intense sparring. However, the inclusion of messages from his girlfriend, Jutta Leerdam, brought attention to the challenges faced by loved ones.
The world speed skating champion inquired about Jake’s return, expressing her concerns with repeated question marks. In response, Jake, inspired by Chris Bumstead, who recently posted a similar clip of himself at the gym, informed her of his delayed return, emphasizing the upcoming match on March 2nd.
In the caption of the clip, he wrote, “Won’t be home until later @juttaleerdam March 2nd is 3 weeks away. Inspo @cbum.” Despite the separation, Leerdam responded optimistically, commenting on the post: “Almost baby 🥹🩵.”
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The power couple, who officially announced their relationship in April last year after meeting on Instagram, continue to stand by each other in their respective careers. Jake Paul’s upcoming fight against Bourland holds significance, aiming to prove the legitimacy of his previous knockout and establish himself as a formidable challenger on the world stage. In the meantime, he is also engaged in an online feud with the UFC’s Sean Strickland.
Sean Strickland’s response to Paul’s challenge…
Sean Strickland, the former UFC middleweight champion, recently engaged in a notable sparring session with streamer ‘Sneako’ at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. The outcome was predictably one-sided, with Strickland delivering a relentless beatdown, in a session that had to be halted by onlookers.
Shawn Strickland you’re embarrassing for trying to stop sneako like that
you weren’t even able to drop someone with no experience while going all out😅
You’re a horrid boxer that only picks on inexperienced people..
I’ll fly you to PR and we can fight on camera… if you win…
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) February 9, 2024
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Following this intense display, the attention of popular influencer and boxer Jake Paul was drawn. Incensed by Strickland’s objectionable act, Paul offered Strickland a substantial incentive, proposing a $1 million reward for a face-off in the ring.
Despite Jake Paul’s success against former UFC fighters, he aimed to test his skills against more traditional opponents, like Strickland. Paul took to social media, challenging him and stating, “Shawn Strickland, you’re embarrassing for trying to stop Sneako like that.”
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However, Sean Strickland did not entertain Jake Paul’s proposal and issued a fiery rebuttal, labeling him a “cancer” and accusing him of inspiring a culture of trolling. Strickland’s strong words reflected his disdain for Paul’s approach. What do you think about the situation? Do share your thoughts in the comments below.
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