Summary
Ilia Malinin, a 21-year-old figure skater from the United States, is making headlines with his groundbreaking performances. He is known for completing difficult jumps like the quadruple axel and aims to compete successfully at the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. Team USA's figure skating team, which includes Malinin, is seen as a strong contender for Olympic medals.
Key Facts
- Ilia Malinin is a 21-year-old figure skater from the United States.
- He was the first skater to complete a quadruple axel in competition.
- Malinin broke the scoring record at the Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final with 238.24 points.
- Team USA's Olympic figure skating team includes 16 athletes.
- Team USA is expected to medal in multiple categories, including men's and women's singles and ice dance.
- Malinin is coached by his parents, both former Olympic figure skaters.
- He plans to attempt the quintuple axel after the Olympics.
- The quad axel is a highly complex jump, taken off forward and requiring fast rotation.
