sports
February 21, 2026
American patriotism shines on the Olympic stage
From figure skating to hockey to skiing, it has been a good few days for American patriotism on the global sports stage at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
TL;DR
- The U.S. women's hockey team won gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics, defeating Canada in sudden-death overtime.
- Figure skater Alysa Liu won her second gold medal, marking the first American woman to medal in figure skating since 2006.
- Liu's victory is presented as a symbolic win for American principles, contrasting with Eileen Gu's decision to compete for China.
- The article frames these athletic successes as a reminder of American patriotism, mental fortitude, and pride.
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