Dutch shorttracker Jens van 't Wout, aged 24, is still processing his second Olympic gold medal, won on the 1,500 meters on February 15, 2026, in the Milano Ice Skating Arena. He managed to sleep for six hours after taking a sleeping pill, a strategy learned from his previous victory on the 1,000 meters, though he felt sluggish during training the following day. Van 't Wout expressed that the reality of his achievements is still sinking in amidst numerous congratulations and messages. His immediate focus is on securing a medal with the men's relay team, which includes his brother Melle, considering it a higher priority than the 500-meter race, for which he will compete on Monday.