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Liu’s gold, Gu’s dominance, and the chaos that defined Milan-Cortina 2026
culture2 days ago

Liu’s gold, Gu’s dominance, and the chaos that defined Milan-Cortina 2026

Alysa Liu’s gold, following the ISU’s age-rule changes, highlighted a strong American moment at Milan-Cortina 2026, while Eileen Gu’s three medals cemented her status as a global star representing China. But the Games were also defined by off-ice drama—from curling cheating headlines and a controversial ice-dance result to a high-profile US hockey celebration—showing how the 2026 Olympics blended spectacular sport with appear­ing chaos and national narratives.

via vox.com|
#aly-sa-liu#culture#eileen-gu
Team USA Clinches record gold as Milan-Cortina crowns a hockey-filled gold rush
sports3 days ago

Team USA Clinches record gold as Milan-Cortina crowns a hockey-filled gold rush

Team USA set a Winter Olympics record with 11 gold medals at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games, finishing second in total medals behind Norway. The milestone was highlighted by the men’s hockey team’s 2-1 overtime win over Canada—their first gold in 46 years—and the women’s OT win over Canada, along with standout golds from Alysa Liu in figure skating and Ilia Malinin in the team event as the Games closed in Verona.

via MS NOW|
#figure-skating#gold-medal-record#hockey
Mortal Kombat splashes onto Olympic ice with Sub-Zero and Kitana
entertainment3 days ago

Mortal Kombat splashes onto Olympic ice with Sub-Zero and Kitana

Georgian skaters Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava delivered a Mortal Kombat–themed Exhibition Gala routine at the Olympics, wearing Sub-Zero and Kitana costumes and skating to Techno Syndrome with faux punches and signature moves; the performance thrilled the crowd since Exhibition Gala events are judged by the audience, not a panel of experts.

via Eurogamer|
#entertainment#exhibition-gala#figure-skating
Ice Bonds Grow: Skaters Turn Rivalry into Friendship at Milan Cortina 2026
sports3 days ago

Ice Bonds Grow: Skaters Turn Rivalry into Friendship at Milan Cortina 2026

At the Milan Cortina Games, Olympic figure skaters are turning rivalries into friendships, with the U.S.'s Blade Angels—Alysa Liu, Isabeau Levito and Amber Glenn—celebrating each other’s success and supporting rivals from Japan, Korea and beyond. The growing emphasis on team events like the World Team Trophy and off-ice camaraderie signals a cultural shift toward collaboration and sport-wide uplift in figure skating.

via NBC Olympics|
#alysa-liu#athlete-camaraderie#blade-angels
Malinin’s Olympic Gala Signals a Changed, Humanized Skater
sports4 days ago

Malinin’s Olympic Gala Signals a Changed, Humanized Skater

Ilia Malinin returned to the Olympic ice for the figure skating gala with no medals at stake, delivering an emotional performance that echoed his new mindset about pressure and humanity. He spoke about the noise surrounding the Games and the need to keep going, signaling a more resilient, grounded version of himself as he contours his Olympic journey.

via The Washington Post|
#figure-skating#gala#ilia-malinin
Alysa Liu Dazzles on Stateside, Caps 2026 Olympic Run with PinkPantheress Tune
sports4 days ago

Alysa Liu Dazzles on Stateside, Caps 2026 Olympic Run with PinkPantheress Tune

Alysa Liu delivered a triumphant free skate at the 2026 Olympics, performing to PinkPantheress' “Stateside” with a Zara Larsson remix while wearing a sparkly navy dress, dancing and blowing kisses to the camera; she had teased the routine in the lead-up and even received a supportive video from PinkPantheress, and notably did not switch to Minnie Mouse’s “Furry Valentine” at the last minute.

via Vulture|
#alyssa-liu#figure-skating#olympics-2026
Watch the 2026 Olympic figure skating exhibition gala for free
sports4 days ago

Watch the 2026 Olympic figure skating exhibition gala for free

NY Post outlines the Milan-hosted 2026 Olympic figure skating exhibition gala (Feb. 21, 2 p.m. ET) and how to watch: NBC will carry in‑progress coverage, starting around 2:55 p.m. ET, while streaming options include Peacock (Premium with ads or Premium Plus ad-free; annual plans available) and a DIRECTV five‑day free trial. The 2.5‑hour gala features top skaters such as Alysa Liu, Ilia Malinin, Amber Glenn, and Madison Chock/Evan Bates, performing exhibition programs in a relaxed format at Milano Ice Skating Arena; the event is part of the Games’ closing‑time festivities with the closing ceremony on Feb. 22.

via New York Post|
#figure-skating#nbc#olympics-2026
Alysa Liu's relentless self-drive fuels Olympic gold
sports4 days ago

Alysa Liu's relentless self-drive fuels Olympic gold

Alysa Liu became the first American woman to win Olympic individual figure skating gold in nearly 25 years, powered by a fierce internal drive she describes as competitive with herself rather than others. Her coaches and choreographer say she thrives under pressure and turns challenges into peak performances, a trait on full display as she delivered a flawless free skate at the Games.

via The Washington Post|
#alysa-liu#figure-skating#mindset
Two Californians, one Olympic moment: Liu’s gold and Gu’s contested allegiance
sports5 days ago

Two Californians, one Olympic moment: Liu’s gold and Gu’s contested allegiance

Alysa Liu wins Olympic gold in women’s figure skating, the first for the U.S. in 24 years, while California-born Eileen Gu competes for China, prompting a heated “good Asian/bad Asian” debate about allegiance, money, and identity. Gu has faced substantial scrutiny over her Beijing-backed status and lucrative backing, fueling online memes and criticism; Liu’s victory is celebrated as a dreamlike milestone amid the wider political spotlight. Gu still has a medal pursuit in the halfpipe on Saturday, underscoring how geopolitics and personal backgrounds are intertwined with Olympic competition.

via NBC News|
#alysa-liu#asian-american-identity#eileen-gu