Mikhail Shaidorov made history as the first Olympic figure skating champion from Kazakhstan at Milano Cortina 2026. Despite starting in fifth place, the 21-year-old skated flawlessly, landing five quadruple jumps to clinch gold. His extraordinary journey from underdog to champion captivated audiences, marking a historic moment for winter sports.
Amber Glenn, fresh off a gold medal performance with Team USA at the Winter Olympics Milano Cortina 2026, sets her sights on the World Figure Skating Championships in Prague next month. The 26-year-old skater is eager to continue her competitive season after finishing fifth in the individual event and has big plans on the horizon, including her upcoming Stars on Ice tour.
The Milano Cortina 2026 figure skating exhibition gala wrapped up with an unforgettable night featuring 29 dazzling performances and unique acts, including Carolina Kostner's stunning opener. From emocionally charged numbers to lively group aspects, highlights included quads, dramatic costumes, and creative tributes. Olympic champions accompanied by emotional nostalgia gave fans a captivating finale at the Winter Olympics. The tradition of the "Sakamoto selfie" sealed an extraordinary evening on ice.
U.S. figure skating star Ilia Malinin addresses mental health struggles after his unexpected eighth-place finish at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Malinin emphasizes the unseen battles athletes face, hinting at a comeback at the World Championships next month. A powerful reminder of inner resilience in sports.
K-pop star SUNGHOON reveals his passion for figure skating while reflecting on his Olympic experience as a torchbearer for Milano Cortina 2026. Once aspiring to compete at the Games, he now connects with the sport through music, naming ENHYPEN's “Chaconne” as the perfect choice for a figure skating routine, highlighting its dreamy essence.
The Winter Olympics 2026 gears up with Team USA's figure skaters, including reigning champion Alysa Liu, competing for gold on February 17. Liu, Isabeau Levito, and Amber Glenn face Japan's Sakamoto Kaori in the women's short program. Tune in live on NBC and stream via Peacock for all Olympic action!