Winter Olympics 2026 Figure Skating: Start Date, Top Athletes, Viewing Guide
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics is set to showcase a thrilling figure skating competition. Teams to watch include the USA and Japan, both of which have proven their prowess on the ice.
Figure Skating Teams to Watch
The USA and Japan are the frontrunners in the figure skating team event. Their dominance is particularly evident in the singles categories.
Top Male Athletes
In the men’s singles, Ilia Malinin from the USA sits at the top of his game. He was joined by Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama and Shun Sato, all of whom excelled at the Grand Prix Final in December.
Leading Female Skaters
- Alysa Liu (USA) – World and Grand Prix Final champion.
- Amber Glenn (USA) – Three-time national champion.
- Isabeau Levito (USA) – Upcoming talent.
- Sakamoto Kaori (Japan) – Three-time world champion.
- Nakai Ami (Japan) – Rising star, only 17 years old.
- Chiba Mone (Japan) – Participated in two Grand Prix events this season.
Pairs and Ice Dance Competition
While singles events are highly competitive, pairs and ice dance will be the true test for both teams. The USA aims for gold with their ice dance team of Madison Chock and Evan Bates, three-time world champions looking for their first Olympic medal.
Japan is also poised for a breakthrough, with Miura Riku and Kihara Ryuichi competing in pairs. This duo hopes to secure Japan’s first-ever Olympic medal in couples events.
Viewing Guide
The figure skating events at the Winter Olympics will attract significant attention. Fans can expect a mixture of technical skill and artistic expression. The showdowns between the USA and Japan promise to be unforgettable.
Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for more updates as the Winter Olympics approach, showcasing the best in figure skating!
