Summary
American figure skater Ilia Malinin, known for his strong performances in 2025, competed in the 2026 Winter Olympics, winning a gold medal in the team event but finishing eighth in the men's free skate. Despite his Olympic finish, he is named a finalist for the prestigious James E. Sullivan Award, recognizing the top amateur athlete in the U.S. Malinin plans to focus on the upcoming World Figure Skating Championships for a "redemptive skate."
Key Facts
- Ilia Malinin is a 21-year-old American figure skater.
- He won a gold medal in the team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- Malinin finished eighth in the men's free skate after falling twice.
- He won his previous 14 individual competitions before the free skate final.
- Malinin is a finalist for the 96th James E. Sullivan Award.
- He will compete in the World Figure Skating Championships in Prague next month.
- Malinin aims for a strong performance at the World Championships.
