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Malinin clinches third straight world title after Olympic setback
sports13 days ago

Malinin clinches third straight world title after Olympic setback

Ilia Malinin won his third consecutive ISU World Figure Skating Championship in Prague, six weeks after a disastrous Olympic performance left him eighth in Milan, delivering a free skate highlighted by five quadruple jumps and a backflip to finish with 329.40 total, well ahead of Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama and Shun Sato. He became the first man since Nathan Chen to win three straight world titles and credited the crowd for helping him push through.

Malinin Aims for Redemption at Worlds, Eyes Third Consecutive Title
sports17 days ago

Malinin Aims for Redemption at Worlds, Eyes Third Consecutive Title

Ilia Malinin heads to Prague for the World Figure Skating Championships hoping to rebound from a disappointing Olympic season, after finishing eighth at last year’s Worlds following a 15th-place free skate, as he chases a third consecutive world title with Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama looming as his main challenger; NBC Sports and Peacock will carry the event.

Malinin's Gracious Moment Nets IOC Fair Play Award at Milan Cortina
sports1 month ago

Malinin's Gracious Moment Nets IOC Fair Play Award at Milan Cortina

American figure skater Ilia Malinin finished eighth in the Milan Cortina men’s event but earned the IOC’s Fair Play Award for congratulating gold medalist Mikhail Shaidorov, highlighting sportsmanship; he also helped Team USA to a team-event gold, spoke openly about mental health, and is eyeing the World Championships in Prague with goals for redemption and a 2030 Olympic bid.

Malinin Wins Fair Play Award as Olympic Sportsmanship Shines at Milano Cortina 2026
sports1 month ago

Malinin Wins Fair Play Award as Olympic Sportsmanship Shines at Milano Cortina 2026

Ilia Malinin won the Fair Play Award at Milano Cortina 2026, marking record fan engagement and highlighting the Games’ emphasis on integrity. The award traces its roots to Eugenio Monti’s 1964 Innsbruck gesture, and the ceremony also recognized other notable acts of sportsmanship—from shielding cameras to honest competition—during the Winter Games.

Malinin’s Olympic Gala Signals a Changed, Humanized Skater
sports1 month 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.

Malinin reveals inner battles after Olympic fall
sports1 month ago

Malinin reveals inner battles after Olympic fall

Ilia Malinin, the so-called 'Quad God,' spoke about facing ‘invisible battles’ after finishing eighth in the Olympic men’s figure skating final, where he fell twice. A TikTok post paired memories of happiness with clips of his post‑competition distress and suggested an exhibition gala may be next. He described mental overwhelm and online hostility, while fans offered support as Shaidorov won gold and fellow Americans underperformed at Milan’s Games.