Summary
Ilia Malinin, a figure skater, talks about his experiences after the Winter Olympics, where he initially faced setbacks but later won his third world title. He also discusses the increase in popularity of himself and his teammate Alysa Liu, especially after their performances in Milan. Both skaters are part of a "Stars on Ice" tour.
Key Facts
- Ilia Malinin is a figure skater known for wearing "Quad God" shirts, indicating his skill in performing quad jumps.
- Malinin faced disappointment at the Winter Olympics, failing to win gold in the men's individual event.
- He then won his third consecutive world title at the Figure Skating World Championships in Prague.
- Malinin explained that his Olympic experiences helped him grow and see it as a new beginning for figure skating.
- Both Malinin and his teammate Alysa Liu gained many new fans, increasing their popularity significantly.
- Liu won two gold medals at the Olympics, enhancing her public profile and reaching eight million Instagram followers.
- Malinin and Liu are currently participating in the "Stars on Ice" tour with events planned in Japan and the United States.
