In an exciting season for figure skating, Julia Sylvia Gunnarsdottir and Manuel Piazza emerge as Iceland's first pairs representatives in international competitions. Their unique performances, inspired by Game of Thrones, showcased daring lifts at the Road to 26 Trophy. As they aim to secure Olympic qualification, interest in pairs skating blossoms in Iceland.
Figure skating enthusiasts were treated to an inspiring practice at the Milano Figure Skating Qualifier 2025, as Olympic hopefuls Donovan Carrillo, Loena Hendrickx, and the USA duo of Audrey Shin and Balazs Nagy sought Olympic spots. Emotion ran high, with Carrillo recalling his historic debut while Nikki aims to end a 41-year Olympic absence for Team USA.
In a stunning turn at the ISU CS Lombardia Trophy 2025, Japan’s Sumiyoshi Rion clinched victory in Bergamo with a total score of 209.59, overtaking fellow Japanese skater Nakai Ami in second place. Reigning world champion Alysa Liu faltered to fourth amid boot issues. As excitement builds with the Milanocortina Olympics approaching, figure skating fans eagerly await Liu’s comeback later this season.
Ilia Malinin triumphed at the ISU CS Lombardia Trophy 2025, scoring 306.65 points, firmly establishing himself as a top contender ahead of the Olympic season. Despite not attempting his signature quadruple Axel, Malinin executed four quads in an impressive free skate. Kagiyama Yuma finished second with 285.91 points.
Get ready for the ISU Skate to Milano Figure Skating Qualifier 2025 in Beijing from September 18-21! Nearly 17 Olympic quota spots for Milano Cortina 2026 are up for grabs as top talents, including Olympic veterans and emerging stars, compete in men’s singles, women’s singles, pairs, and ice dance. Tune in for thrilling skating action!
Hana Maria Aboian and Daniil Veselukhin clinched gold at the Junior Grand Prix in Thailand, leading the U.S. National Team to three total medals. Aboian and Veselukhin earned praise for their spectacular rhythm and free dance routines, while Patrick Blackwell took silver. Sofia Jarmoc and Luke Witkowski added bronze to the U.S. tally, making significant strides in their careers.