Team USA Dominates Figure Skating at 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics
The United States has claimed the gold medal in the team figure skating event at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan Cortina, Italy. This victory marks a significant moment for American figure skating, particularly for Alysa Liu, who secured gold and ended a 20-year individual Olympic medal drought for American women.
A Historic Win for Team USA
Team USA, comprised of Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, Ellie Kam, Daniel O’Shea, Madison Chock, and Evan Bates, showcased exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the competition. The team’s success builds on a strong foundation, with the U.S. Now having won back-to-back team gold medals, starting with the inception of the team event in 2014.
Key Performances Seal the Victory
Madison Chock and Evan Bates set the tone for Team USA, earning the maximum 10 points in the rhythm dance and repeating their success in the free dance. Reigning world champion Liu and three-time U.S. National champion Glenn both contributed strong performances in the women’s singles segments.
“All five figure skating champions at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games have been crowned.”
Despite expectations of potential challenges in the pairs event, Ellie Kam and Danny O’Shea delivered superb segments, maintaining the team’s competitive position. Ilia Malinin ultimately clinched the top spot in a thrilling face-off with Japan’s Shun Sato.
Medal Standings
The final medal standings for the team event were as follows:
- Gold: USA (Ilia Malinin, Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, Ellie Kam, Daniel O’Shea, Madison Chock, Evan Bates)
- Silver: Japan (Yuma Kagiyama, Shun Sato, Kaori Sakamoto, Riku Miura, Ryuichi Kihara, Utana Yoshida, Masaya Morita)
- Bronze: Italy (Daniel Grassl, Matteo Rizzo, Lara Naki Gutmann, Sara Conti, Niccolò Macii, Charlène Guignard, Marco Fabbri)
Competition Details
Figure skating at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 took place from February 6-22, 2026, at the Milano Ice Skating Arena. The games featured individual events, as well as the team event.
Looking Ahead
With all five figure skating champions now crowned at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, the spotlight shifts to the next Winter Olympics in 2030. Team USA’s performance sets a high bar for future competitions.
FAQ
- When did the 2026 Winter Olympics figure skating events take place?
From February 6-22, 2026. - Where were the figure skating events held?
At the Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan Cortina, Italy. - Who won the team gold medal in figure skating?
Team USA.
The success of Team USA at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics demonstrates the strength and depth of American figure skating. This victory is sure to inspire a new generation of skaters.