‘The Problem Child’ got his boxing career back on track when he dropped and outpointed UFC icon Nate Diaz at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, on Saturday night.
It was a much-needed victory for Paul who suffered a split decision defeat – the first of his boxing career – when he squared off against Tommy Fury in February.
Jutta Leerdam, who is Paul’s Dutch speed skater girlfriend, was in attendance to watch this past weekend and was one of the first people the YouTuber-turned-boxer embraced backstage after his win.
Leerdam couldn’t have been happier after her boyfriend improved to 7-1 as a professional boxer.
“I’m so so proud of you,” she wrote alongside a picture of the pair on Instagram.
“You have only been doing this sport for 3.5 years and make the biggest fights happen.
“You inspire me so much with your work ethic, the way you think big, and your crazy determination.
“You are special Jake Paul. My champion.”
The five-time world champion has been by Paul’s side since his latest win and gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at what the former Disney star is getting up to.
One particular picture shared on her Instagram story caught the attention of boxing fans, as Paul was seen sitting alongside Tyson.
It’s currently unclear when footage of his sit-down with ‘Iron Mike’ will be released but it appears to be the last interview he’ll be doing for a little while.
Leerdam followed up that post with one of the pair in the back of a car alongside a couple of airplane emojis suggesting they are jetting off on a well-deserved holiday.
When they return, Paul will look to book his next fight which could potentially come in MMA after he offered Diaz $10 million to rematch him under the PFL banner.
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