Dutch speed skating icon Marianne Timmer, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, alleged an unpleasant confrontation with Snoop Dogg’s security team at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, adding a tense footnote to the rapper’s otherwise upbeat presence as Team USA’s honorary coach.

The 51-year-old Dutch legend, who dominated long-track speed skating with golds in the 1,000m and 1,500m at Nagano 1998, plus another in 1998’s 1,000m, now works as a commentator for Sportnieuws. The incident unfolded on Wednesday, February 12, in a wide hallway at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium following the men’s 1,000-meter race.

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Timmer recounted standing against the wall—estimating the corridor at over 14 feet (about 4 meters) wide—while waiting to interview Dutch athletes like Jenning de Boo (silver medalist) and Kjeld Nuis (sixth place). As Snoop Dogg and his entourage passed through after cheering on Team USA’s Jordan Stolz, who claimed gold in the event, one security guard allegedly pushed her closer to the wall.

“I said, ‘Just act normal,’” Timmer told Sportnieuws. “Then the guy came back, and I said, ‘What? Do I have to go through that wall or something?’ He totally lost it. Then I said something mean back too. I’m not here waiting for Snoop Dogg—I’m waiting for Jennings de Boo. We want to see Joep [Wennemars, fifth place]. We want to talk to Kjeld Nuis for a moment.”

She described the security as overly strict, referencing a Dutch fan being roughly escorted from the stands by large guards. “I could just picture myself being grabbed by the neck and thrown out,” Timmer said. “That would have been a great story.” Timmer emphasized she wasn’t blocking access or acting like a fan seeking autographs, underscoring her professional role.

Snoop Dogg, announced as Team USA’s first honorary coach in December 2025 by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, has embraced the role with characteristic flair. The position focuses on “celebrating and supporting America’s athletes off the field of play,” with Snoop stating: “Team USA athletes are the real stars—I’m just here to cheer, uplift and maybe drop a little wisdom from the sidelines.” His antics—riding the Zamboni, practicing curling in patriotic gear, and hyping crowds—have made him a viral highlight.

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He was at the venue to support Stolz, who delivered a dominant performance in the 1,000m, edging out de Boo for the top spot.

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No official response has emerged from Snoop Dogg’s team, Olympic security, or organizers regarding Timmer’s claims. The Milano Speed Skating Stadium, a key venue in the Games’ Milan hub, features high-security protocols amid packed crowds and celebrity sightings.

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The alleged clash contrasts sharply with Snoop’s “good vibes” image and has sparked online discussion about balancing star access with athlete and media rights in Olympic environments. As the Games progress toward February 22, Timmer’s account highlights the occasional friction behind the celebratory scenes on the ice. (