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Why is Myles Garrett at Olympics? Inside Browns star's connection to snowboarder Chloe Kim

Everyone loves a fantastic power couple, especially in the sports world. Right now, one of the most exciting duos might be Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim.

Myles Garrett has been a force to reckon with on the field since he joined the NFL in 2017. The defensive star just wrapped up a historic season, setting a record with 23 sacks.

Chloe Kim is celebrated as one of the greatest female halfpipe snowboarders of all time. As of 2026, she's competing in her third straight Winter Olympics in Milan. If she wins gold on Feb. 12, 2026, she’ll make history as the first snowboarder to earn three straight Olympic golds in the same event.

The two continue to support each other when they can.

The Sporting News breaks down why Myles Garrett is at the Olympics.

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Why is Myles Garrett at the Olympics?

Myles Garrett traveled to Italy to support his girlfriend, Chloe Kim, during the women's halfpipe Olympic event.

The competition commenced with qualifying runs on Wednesday. Unsurprisingly, Kim achieved the highest score, and Garrett was present to offer his encouragement.

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Who is Myles Garrett's girlfriend?

Garrett's girlfriend is Kim, the Olympic snowboarder who has won two gold medals.

Garrett recently described himself as Kim's "rock," reciprocating the support she provided him during his 2025 NFL season, when he set the league's single-season sack record and secured his second Defensive Player of the Year award.

Both athletes have acknowledged their competitive nature, even during games against one another; however, Garrett humorously asserts that he is "more romantic" than Kim.

When did Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim meet?

Although the exact date of their initial encounter remains unknown, Kim has stated that she was unaware of Garrett's identity before their meeting and subsequent relationship.

The couple generated speculation about a romantic connection when they appeared together on the red carpet at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo, Japan.

Myles Garrett-Chloe Kim relationship timeline

May 2025

Garrett and Kim were initially associated in May 2025. They attended the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Japan together, sparking speculation about their romantic involvement; however, no confirmation was provided. Kim presented at the event.

June 2025

Kim shared a story about Garrett's training. The video depicted them racing, with Garrett comfortably beating her while running backwards.

August 2025

Kim was spotted at Browns training camp cheering on Garrett. She also posted a video story on her Instagram of Garrett warming up.

November 2025

People Magazine interviewed Kim and discussed her passion for video games. She stated that her boyfriend was "so good at video games." Although there was speculation that it could have been Garrett, she did not confirm this until later in November.

January 2026

In Week 18, Garrett set the new single-season sack record, and Kim marked the occasion by sharing a post on her Instagram story.

Chloe Kim posting on her IG celebrating Myles Garrett breaking the all-time single-season sack record pic.twitter.com/nwlzqRXhFd

— Teddy Ricketson (@TeddyRicketson) January 4, 2026

February 2026

Kim is competing in the 2026 Olympics, while Garrett is there to support her.

Myles Garrett flew to Italy to support Chloe Kim, his Olympic Gold Medalist girlfriend, at the Winter Olympics 🥇❤️ pic.twitter.com/bGOAvq44KF

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 11, 2026

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