Alysa Liu delivered a stunning performance to win Olympic gold in women’s figure skating at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, becoming the first American woman to claim the title in 24 years.
The reigning world champion produced a near-flawless free skate to move up from third place after the short program and finish atop the podium with a career-best total score.
Liu’s victory marks the first U.S. women’s Olympic title in the event since Sarah Hughes triumphed at Salt Lake City 2002. It also caps a remarkable comeback for the 20-year-old, who briefly retired from the sport before returning to win both world and Olympic gold.
Japan’s Kaori Sakamoto took silver after minor mistakes in her final skate, while compatriot Nakai Ami secured bronze, completing a strong showing for the Japanese team.
The gold adds to Liu’s medal haul in Milano Cortina after helping the United States win the team event earlier in the Games, cementing her status as one of the standout stars of the Olympics.
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