Allison Reed is set for an Olympic comeback after a 15-year hiatus, winning the ice dance at the 2025 ISU Skate to Milano Qualifier alongside partner Saulius Ambrulevicius. The duo secured a vital Olympic berth for Lithuania, scoring 198.73, outperforming contenders from Australia, Spain, and China.
In a thrilling conclusion at the 2025 ISU Skate to Milano Figure Skating Qualifier, Petr Gumennik claimed the men’s singles title, finishing with 262.82 points. Gangwon's Kim Hyungyeom rose to second, while Donovan Carrillo took third. Olympic quotas were secured by Republic of Korea, Mexico, Ukraine, and Chinese Taipei for the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.
Audrey Shin and Balazs Nagy are set to compete in Beijing, aiming to secure a third spot for U.S. pairs figure skating at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. The duo needs a top finish in the ISU Skate to Milano Qualifier event to achieve this historic milestone, making the U.S. team fully represented in all categories.
Belgian figure skating star Loena Hendrickx makes her much-anticipated comeback at the crucial 2025 ISU Skate to Milano Qualifier in Beijing, following ankle surgery that sidelined her for nearly a year. With limited competition beforehand, Hendrickx aims to secure one of five Olympic spots for Milano Cortina 2026 and showcase her incredible resilience and talent.
At the Greater Chicagoland Fall Invitational, four pairs of twins dazzled the audience in the intermediate women's division, showcasing talent and synergy on ice. Skaters like Quinn and Harlow Cushing shared insight on the joys and challenges of competing alongside their siblings. Families celebrated the bonds formed through their skating journeys, underlining the sport's unique appeal.
The ISU Skate to Milano Figure Skating Qualifier 2025 takes place in Beijing from September 18-21, determining the last 17 qualification spots for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics. Including short and free programs for men's singles, women's singles, pairs, and ice dance, fans can catch all the action live across various platforms.