2026 winter olympics : why Alysa liu retired
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Alysa Liu Captures Historic Gold at Milano Cortina 2026
Published: February 19, 2026 | Source: DriplyReview Sports
Alysa Liu dazzles the crowd at the Milano Ice Skating Arena during the Women's Free Skating final.
In a breathtaking finale at the Milano Ice Skating Arena, American sensation Alysa Liu surged from third place to capture the Olympic gold medal in the Women’s Single Skating event. The victory marks a historic moment for Team USA, ending a 24-year drought for an American woman on the top step of the Olympic podium since 2002.
Milano Cortina 2026: Final Podium Results
| Rank | Athlete | Country | Total Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | Alysa Liu | USA | 226.79 |
| SILVER | Kaori Sakamoto | Japan | 224.90 |
| BRONZE | Ami Nakai | Japan | 219.16 |
The 2026 Podium: Kaori Sakamoto (Silver), Alysa Liu (Gold), and Ami Nakai (Bronze).
The Journey to Gold
Japan dominated the remainder of the podium. Three-time World Champion Kaori Sakamoto took the silver with an elegant routine, while 17-year-old rising star Ami Nakai, who led after the short program, secured the bronze in her Olympic debut after successfully landing a Triple Axel.
American Amber Glenn also made headlines with a massive climb from 13th place to 5th overall, proving the strength of the U.S. "Blade Angels" squad in the 2026 Games.
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