Ireen Wüst to be first female chef de mission for Dutch athletes targeting 2028 LA Olympics

Ireen Wüst, the most successful Olympic speed skater in history, is set to make history again as the first woman to lead the Dutch Olympic team as chef de mission for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Wüst, who has won six Olympic gold medals and 13 Olympic medals in total, expressed her honor and excitement about the appointment. "It is a great honor to be appointed chef de mission for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles," she stated. "I am really looking forward to this new role and to supporting the athletes in achieving their dreams."

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It is a great honor to be appointed chef de mission for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles. I am really looking forward to this new role and to supporting the athletes in achieving their dreams.

Her appointment marks a significant step for female leadership within the Dutch Olympic movement. Wüst aims to foster an environment where athletes feel supported and can focus on their performance. "My goal is to create an atmosphere where every athlete feels seen, heard, and supported," she said. "I want to help them prepare optimally for the Games and ensure they have the best possible experience."

As a seasoned Olympian herself, Wüst brings a unique understanding of the challenges and pressures athletes face. Her experience is expected to be invaluable as she guides the team through the preparations and the Games themselves.

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My goal is to create an atmosphere where every athlete feels seen, heard, and supported. I want to help them prepare optimally for the Games and ensure they have the best possible experience.