Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov Lead 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships after Strong Short Program Performance

At the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, defending champs Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov secured the lead after a stellar short program, scoring 75.31. They hold an impressive eight-point cushion over competitors Audrey Shin and Balazs Nagy in second, and Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea in third. As Olympic hopes hinge on citizenship issues, the duo remains focused on the ice.

Amber Glenn Shines at 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, Leads After Short Program for Third Consecutive National Title

Amber Glenn soared to the top after the women's short program at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis, scoring 83.05 and leading reigning world champ Alysa Liu by just two points. With an emotional performance highlighted by a clean triple Axel, Glenn aims for her third straight national title as a strong Olympic bid looms.