February 20, 2026

Alysa Liu explains how skating with joy led to Olympic gold for US: 'There's no way to lose'

Alysa Liu won Olympic gold in women singles figure skating, ending America's 24-year drought in the sport. She explained how skating with joy helped her achieve her dreams.

Alysa Liu explains how skating with joy led to Olympic gold for US: 'There's no way to lose'

TL;DR

  • Alysa Liu won the gold medal in women's singles figure skating at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games.
  • Her victory ended a 24-year gold medal drought for American women in the sport.
  • Liu's free skate theme focused on the joy of skating and connecting with the audience.
  • She aimed to engage with the crowd and showcase her new dress during the performance.
  • Liu achieved a total score of 226.79, her best of the season.
  • She is the first American woman since Sasha Cohen in 2006 to medal in singles figure skating.
  • Sarah Hughes was the last US gold medalist in 2002.

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