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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.
Amber Glenn made history by winning the Grand Prix Final, becoming the first U.S. women's singles figure skater to do so since 2010. Despite minor errors and physical discomfort, Glenn's performance, highlighted by her consistent triple Axel, secured her victory over Japan's top skaters. This win marks a significant achievement in her career, following a series of challenges, including injuries and illness. Fellow Americans Ilia Malinin and ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates also claimed titles, marking a successful event for the U.S. team.
Amber Glenn becomes the first openly LGBTQ+ woman to win the U.S. Women's Figure Skating Championship with a score of 210.46, marking her sixth U.S. championship appearance. Josephine Lee took silver, and Isabeau Levito finished third. Mia Kalin made history by cleanly landing a quadruple jump, while Ilia Malinin dominated the men's short program with a nearly 20-point lead. Jason Brown, a fan favorite, remained positive despite a fall in his performance.
Amber Glenn becomes the first openly LGBTQ+ woman to win the U.S. Women's Figure Skating Championship, securing the gold with a score of 210.46. Josephine Lee took silver, while Isabeau Levito, last year's champion, finished third after struggling in her performance. In the men's event, Ilia Malinin dominated the short program, positioning himself to defend his title, while Jason Brown remained positive despite a fall that landed him in third place.
Amber Glenn overcame years of struggles to win the U.S. Figure Skating Nationals title, despite making major jump mistakes in her free skate. Defending champion Isabeau Levito had a startling implosion, falling multiple times and finishing third. Josephine Lee won the free skate to secure second place. Glenn, the first openly queer women’s singles national champion, expressed gratitude for the win and the representation it provides for young athletes.
Amber Glenn claimed an unexpected victory at the U.S. figure skating championships after both the defending champion, Isabeau Levito, and other top contenders faltered in their performances. The event highlighted the uncertain state of American women's figure skating and the lack of a clear frontrunner for future Olympic success. Despite her own doubts, Glenn's triumph was celebrated by fans, particularly for her openness about her sexuality, as she became the first known U.S. women's champion to identify as queer.
Amber Glenn wins her first U.S. figure skating title after Isabeau Levito falls three times during her free skate, securing the championship with a score of 210.46 points. In the men's event, Ilia Malinin takes the lead with 108.57 points after a flawless performance. The national championships continue with the pairs free skate and the free dance, as skaters like Max Naumov and Jason Brown aim for podium spots.
At the U.S. Championships, Amber Glenn's high-energy short program earned her a standing ovation, but defending champion Isabeau Levito managed to secure first place despite notable mistakes. Glenn's fiery performance led to her best short program finish in nine appearances at senior nationals, while Levito's understated routine to "Nella Fantasia" secured her the top spot. Glenn remains confident for the free skate after becoming the fourth U.S. woman to land a triple Axel in international competition earlier this season.
Defending champion Isabeau Levito leads Amber Glenn by a slim margin after the short program at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, with Clare Seo in third place. Madison Chock and Evan Bates topped the rhythm dance, while Emily Chan and Spencer Howe led the pairs short program before withdrawing due to Howe's recovery from shoulder surgery.