On February 11, Cleveland Browns defensive star Myles Garrett shared an intimate video of his girlfriend, snowboarder Chloe Kim, during her qualifying run in the halfpipe event at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The footage displayed Garrett standing atop the halfpipe as Kim performed her runs, highlighting their support for one another amid this major international competition. This event marked a significant moment in Kim’s comeback after recovering from a shoulder injury.
Details of Chloe Kim’s Performance and Injury Recovery
At 25 years old, Chloe Kim delivered an impressive display in the qualifying rounds despite a recent labrum tear in her left shoulder. Her run included technically demanding tricks such as the inverted backside 720, big switch straight air method, cab 1080 stalefish, frontside 900, and inverted indy 540. Judges awarded her a score of 90.25, underscoring her ability to compete at a world-class level. Kim previously secured gold medals in the halfpipe at both the 2018 Pyeongchang and 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, reinforcing her status as a top competitor in the sport.
I’m just happy to be here because for a little bit, a couple of months ago, it wasn’t looking too certain,
Kim said via NBC Sports.
I’m stoked that I was able to make it out and make it through qualifiers.
The Couple’s Public Relationship and Career Highlights
Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim publicly confirmed their relationship in November 2025 when a pregame kiss was featured during a Cleveland Browns game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Their affection was first noticed by fans in May at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo, where observers described them as appearing quite close. Garrett, 30, is notable for being named the 2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and setting the NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks. His contract extension signed in March included $123.5 million guaranteed with an average annual salary of $40 million, reflecting his elite status in professional football.
Meanwhile, Kim boasts an extensive medal collection, including 15 gold medals across four major snowboarding competitions: three at the World Championships, eight at the Winter X Games, and two at the Winter Youth Olympics, plus additional silver and bronze medals. These accolades emphasize her ongoing dominance and influence in snowboarding.
Significance of Garrett’s Support and What Lies Ahead for Kim
The public sharing of Chloe Kim’s qualifying run by Myles Garrett highlights the intersection of two elite athletes supporting each other’s careers on the world stage. Kim’s ability to return from injury and compete strongly foreshadows her potential to contend for further Olympic medals in Milan Cortina. Garrett’s record-setting NFL season and substantial contract extension reflect his continuing impact on the sport of football. Their relationship and individual successes are drawing considerable attention, symbolizing a powerful pairing of athletic talent and dedication. As Kim advances toward the Olympic finals, fans and supporters will be watching closely to see how her performance evolves amid stiff global competition.
The contract also includes a no-trade clause and ties Garrett to the Browns through the 2030 season. The path from Cleveland to Canton is back on as Garrett continues his pursuit of a championship for the team that drafted No. 1 overall in 2017. https://t.co/273Tuwt02T
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2025
