This gold wasn’t sudden—it was the peak of years of progress. After taking silver in Beijing 2022, Leerdam’s streak of strong performances at European Championships and World Cup events positioned her as a top contender long before the Games began.
Post-race, Paul shared his pride online, praising Leerdam’s relentless dedication and calling the moment one of the proudest of his life. But beyond the romance, Leerdam’s triumph was pure athletic excellence, a testament to discipline, resilience, and peak performance on the Olympic stage.
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