Ilia Malinin wins his second consecutive US Figure Skating Championship title despite some mistakes in his free skate, including a fall on a quad lutz, and doubles on planned quads. He landed a quad axel and finished well ahead of Jason Brown and Camden Pulkinen. Malinin, known as the "Quad God," overcame a boot problem and will represent the US at the world championships. U.S. Figure Skating announced the teams for the world championships, including ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates, and women's competition winners Amber Glenn and Isabeau Levito.
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.
Ilia Malinin, known for his daring quadruple jumps in figure skating, showcased a newfound focus on artistry during the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, earning a commanding lead with a score of 108.57. The 19-year-old's performance featured graceful spins and dancing, captivating the crowd and earning higher artistic scores than technically magnificent skater Jason Brown. Malinin's transformation from a jump-focused skater to a more well-rounded performer has made him a strong contender for the 2026 Winter Olympics, as he continues to impress with his skill and showmanship.
Ilia Malinin dominates the U.S. Figure Skating Championships with a remarkable short program, showcasing his artistry and jumps, while Jason Brown, inspired by Malinin and dealing with program changes, aims to make his mark at the competition.
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.
Figure skating pair Emily Chan and Spencer Howe withdrew from the U.S. Figure Skating Championships to prioritize their health after Howe's shoulder surgery, despite leading the pairs' short program. They aim to recover and potentially compete at the world championships in March, following a successful comeback from injury.
