Gay speed skater Blake Skjellerup gets engaged to boyfriend
By Sam Rigby
Gay speed skater Blake Skjellerup has announced his engagement.
The 29-year-old and his fiancé Saul Carrasco announced their news by posting a picture of themselves at the Gay Games in Cleveland.
Skjellerup wrote beside the picture: “Sunset over #Cleveland with my fiancé.”
The New Zealand-born skater was a torch bearer at the Opening Ceremony of the Gay Games on Sunday (August 10) – read more here.
He is also serving as an Ambassador at the Games, following his recent work to tackle homophobia in sport.
In a recent interview, Skjellerup recommended that closeted athletes ensure they are “supported” before they speak publicly about their sexuality – read more here.