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Jutta Leerdam’s Olympic Gold Racing Suit Draws €7,600 Bid in Charity Auction

The signed MatchWornShirt listing runs until February 28 with proceeds pledged to the Dutch clubs that nurtured the skaters.

Overview

  • Team Netherlands is auctioning worn, signed speed‑skating suits on MatchWornShirt as part of an official fundraiser.
  • Leerdam’s suit had attracted top offers of roughly €7,100–€7,600 by Feb. 24, while teammate Femke Kok’s suit was about €3,300.
  • Proceeds are designated for the grassroots clubs where the athletes started their careers.
  • The listing describes Leerdam’s item as a size M race suit bearing her signature.
  • Attention to the sale follows a viral post‑race reveal of a Nike sports bra that raised questions about Olympic branding rules, and a marketing expert’s €850,000 Nike figure is reported as an estimate rather than a confirmed payment.