French Skating Legend Delivers Strong 1-Word Verdict on Ilia Malinin
Summary
Ilia Malinin, a star figure skater from Team USA, was expected to win gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics but finished in eighth place after falling during his routine. Despite not achieving his personal goal, Malinin contributed to Team USA's gold medal in the team event earlier in the competition. French skating legend Surya Bonaly praised Malinin, calling him a "warrior" and the "best skater in the whole world."Key Facts
- Ilia Malinin was favored to win gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics men's free skate.
- Malinin fell twice during his performance, dropping to eighth place.
- Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov won the gold medal in the event.
- Malinin contributed to Team USA's gold medal in the team event.
- His performance included the first legal Olympic backflip since 1976.
- French skater Surya Bonaly praised Malinin's efforts and called him a "warrior."
- The International Skating Union made the backflip move legal again in 2024.
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