Perfect 10: Ilia Malinin gives Snoop Dogg a skating masterclass at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Milano Cortina was buzzing with excitement on Tuesday, February 3rd, as figure skating’s illustrious “Quad God,” Ilia Malinin, thrilled audiences with his remarkable routines while drawing the attention of none other than American rap icon Snoop Dogg. The two stars met at the Milano Ice Skating Arena, where Snoop witnessed the electrifying talent of Malinin firsthand.
During his performance, Malinin showcased not just his signature quad jumps, but also executed a stunning backflip, much to Snoop’s amazement. “Perfect 10,” Snoop exclaimed, quickly raising ten fingers in homage to Malinin’s impressive skills. “And if I had five more hands, I’d be holding them up too,” he added with a grin, capturing the spirit of the exhilarating moment.
After the dazzling display, the unexpected duo retreated to the famous “Kiss and Cry” area, where they shared insights about the sport, cameras rolling for NBC’s coverage. This charming encounter marked a unique prelude to the Olympic Winter Games preparing to kick off in Milano Cortina 2026.
As Italy gears up for this spectacular sporting event, Malinin stands out as a clear favorite in the men’s figure skating category, combining artistry and technical prowess like no other. With two world champion titles under his belt, he is set to captivate the Olympic audience yet again.
Snoop’s antics didn’t end there; later, he hopped onto a Zamboni for a ride around the rink, proving once again that he knows how to steal the spotlight both on and off the ice. As the Winter Games approach, eyes will be glued to the ice, ready to witness the next chapter in the evolution of figure skating, and there’s no doubt that Ilia Malinin is poised to be the star of the show.
