Speed Skating News
Speed skater Jutta Leerdam takes break, future uncertain
Olympic speed skating champion Jutta Leerdam is taking an indefinite break from competition. The Dutch star will not compete next season, leaving her future career uncertain.
Jutta Leerdam skips speed skating season
Olympic champion Jutta Leerdam announced she will not compete in the upcoming speed skating season. The 27-year-old stated this is not a definitive retirement but a temporary break from the sport.
Pechstein Open to Sports Minister Role
Five-time Olympic speed skating champion Claudia Pechstein, who recently became a national coach, has expressed openness to discussing a potential role as Germany's Minister for Sport.
Speed skating is a competitive ice sport where athletes race on a track or oval course.