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St. Louis Shines as U.S. Figure Skating Championships End With Electric Crowds
sports2 months ago

St. Louis Shines as U.S. Figure Skating Championships End With Electric Crowds

Former Olympic skaters praised St. Louis for a packed U.S. Figure Skating Championships at Enterprise Center, calling the crowds electric. Scott Hamilton and Carl Heiss noted the full house—the first since pre-COVID—along with strong fan engagement and on-ice talent, signaling momentum for Milan-Cortina. About 60,000 fans attended, and the event is expected to generate roughly $20 million in economic impact and nearly $1 million in tax revenue for the city.

via KSDK|
#carl-heiss#figure-skating#scott-hamilton
"Ilia Malinin Secures Second Consecutive US Figure Skating Title with Quad Axel Victory"
sports2 years ago

"Ilia Malinin Secures Second Consecutive US Figure Skating Title with Quad Axel Victory"

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.

via The Associated Press|
#figure-skating#ilia-malinin#jason-brown
"Amber Glenn Makes History as First LGBTQ+ Woman to Win U.S. Figure Skating Championship"
sports2 years ago

"Amber Glenn Makes History as First LGBTQ+ Woman to Win U.S. Figure Skating Championship"

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.

via Yahoo Sports|
#amber-glenn#isabeau-levito#josephine-lee
"Beyond Jumps: Ilia Malinin, the Skating Quadg0d"
sports2 years ago

"Beyond Jumps: Ilia Malinin, the Skating Quadg0d"

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.

via The Washington Post|
#artistry#figure-skating#ilia-malinin
Isabeau Levito Leads U.S. Figure Skating Championships with Amber Glenn Close Behind
sports2 years ago

Isabeau Levito Leads U.S. Figure Skating Championships with Amber Glenn Close Behind

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.

via NBC Sports|
#amber-glenn#figure-skating#isabeau-levito