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Originally Published 7 days ago — by CBS News
Alysa Liu, a talented American figure skater, made an impressive comeback to the sport after initially retiring at 16, now training independently with a new style and approach as she prepares for the Winter Olympics, aiming to inspire and evoke strong emotions in her audience.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by CBS News
Alysa Liu, who retired from figure skating at 16, has made a remarkable comeback at age 20 and is now a favorite to win gold at the Winter Olympics, showcasing her artistic and athletic talents after a tumultuous career and personal growth.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Amber Glenn and Alysa Liu made history for the U.S. by finishing first and second at the Cup of China, marking a significant achievement in Olympic season figure skating, with Glenn overcoming a deficit to win and both skaters showing resilience despite errors.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Alysa Liu leads the Cup of China after the first day of competition, overcoming early season issues and program changes, with notable performances from other skaters like Watanabe and Glenn. The event serves as a key Olympic qualifier, with top skaters vying for spots in the Grand Prix Final and potential Olympic medals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Athletic
Former figure skating junior prodigy Alysa Liu, known for being the first American woman to land a quadruple jump in competition, has announced her return to the sport at the age of 18, just months after retiring. Liu, who placed sixth at the 2022 Winter Olympics and is a two-time U.S. national champion, expressed excitement about resuming her skating career and shared videos of her jumps, including a double axel. U.S. Figure Skating has confirmed and expressed support for her comeback.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by US Figure Skating
Alysa Liu, the 2022 Olympian and two-time U.S. champion, has announced her return to competitive figure skating after a brief retirement, expressing renewed joy and excitement for the sport. Known for her record-breaking achievements at a young age, including landing a triple Axel and a quadruple Lutz, Liu aims to compete in the 2024-25 season with the support of U.S. Figure Skating.