Ilia Malinin Added to His Family Right Before the Olympics
Summary
Ilia Malinin, a U.S. figure skater known as the "Quad God," is competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. He made history as the first Olympic figure skater to attempt a backflip on ice and is known for landing multiple quadruple jumps. Just before the Olympics, Malinin adopted two cats, Mysti and Miu Miu.Key Facts
- The 2026 Winter Olympics are in Milan, Italy.
- Ilia Malinin is competing in the men's figure skating final on February 13.
- Malinin became the first Olympic figure skater to perform a backflip on ice in decades.
- He was the first skater to land seven quadruple jumps in one competition.
- Malinin also achieved the quadruple Axel at a previous event.
- He adopted two cats named Mysti and Miu Miu before the Olympics.
- The U.S. has the largest team at the Olympics, with 235 athletes.
- Malinin has previously won a gold medal with the U.S. figure skating team.
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