Olympic champion Alysa Liu takes season off after Milan gold, promises her return to the ice
Summary
Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu is taking a break from competing for the upcoming season after winning gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. She said she plans to return to skating after using this time to grow personally and improve her artistry on the ice.Key Facts
- Alysa Liu won gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics and helped the U.S. team defend their team gold medal.
- She is the first American woman to win Olympic figure skating gold since 2002.
- Liu had previously quit skating after the 2022 Olympics due to burnout but returned in 2024 with renewed energy.
- She announced on Instagram that she will not compete this season to focus on personal growth and refining her skills.
- It is common for figure skaters to take a season off after the Olympics.
- Liu was scheduled to compete in major events like Skate America and Finlandia Trophy but will now skip them.
- Other U.S. figure skaters like Amber Glenn, Isabeau Levito, and Sarah Everhardt will represent the country in the Grand Prix series this season.
- Male skater Ilia Malinin is also competing this season after winning three straight world championships following a difficult Olympic free skate.
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