Team USA revealed its figure skating roster for the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics earlier today. Ilia Malinin and Amber Glenn headline the roster as Olympic locks after dominant performances at nationals. The announcement came hours after the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships concluded in St. Louis.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Men’s Olympic Lock: Ilia Malinin won his 4th consecutive U.S. title on January 10, cementing his status as world’s dominant male skater
- Women’s Leader: Amber Glenn claimed her 3rd consecutive national title, first woman since Michelle Kwan (1998-2005) to achieve this feat
- Confirmed Spots: Alysa Liu (World Champion), Isabeau Levito, Madison Chock and Evan Bates all secured Olympic berths
- Milan Cortina Timeline: 16 skaters plus alternates will represent Team USA at the ice skating events in February 2026
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Ilia Malinin delivered a masterclass performance to capture his fourth straight U.S. Figure Skating Championship title. The 21-year-old from Alexandria, Virginia, landed seven quadruple jumps including his signature quad Axel, the only skater in history to consistently land the jump in competition.
Nicknamed the “Quad God” by fans and media, Malinin is a two-time World champion (2024, 2025) who has dominated international competition. His technical arsenal is unmatched, with multiple record-breaking free skate scores. Milan will be his first Olympic Games, and he’s positioned as the clear favorite for gold.
Amber Glenn Makes History with Third Straight Title
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Amber Glenn claimed her 3rd consecutive U.S. national championship on Friday night, cementing her place in Olympic history. The last woman to accomplish this feat was Michelle Kwan nearly two decades ago (1998-2005). Glenn delivered a commanding free skate performance with a 233.55 total score to hold off fierce competition.
Glenn’s consistency and technical improvements make her a gold medal contender in Milan. She edged out world champion Alysa Liu, whose 228.91 points secured her second consecutive Olympic berth. Both skaters are expected to medal at the Games.
Complete Team USA Figure Skating Roster for Milano-Cortina 2026
The U.S. figure skating team represents the strongest contingent in decades, combining experience, technical prowess, and championship pedigree. Multiple medal-winning performers will compete across all four skating disciplines:
| Discipline | Athletes | Notable Achievement |
| Men’s Singles | Ilia Malinin | 4x U.S. Champion, 2x World Champion |
| Women’s Singles | Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, Isabeau Levito | Glenn 3x champion, Liu is World Champion |
| Ice Dance | Madison Chock, Evan Bates | 7x U.S. Champions, reigning Grand Prix Final winners |
| Pairs | TBA | Additional selections made from nationals |
Isabeau Levito, the 2024 world silver medalist, earned her Olympic spot with a third-place finish (224.45 points) at nationals. The 18-year-old sensation holds special significance for Milan, where her mother is from and her grandmother resides. Levito understands and speaks Italian fluently.
“The fact they all did so well and are all going to represent our country at the Olympics is amazing. I’m so proud of our team.”
— Multiple U.S. Figure Skating team members on the Olympic selections, January 2026
Women’s Dominance and Generational Success
The U.S. women’s figure skating team represents perhaps the strongest contingent ever assembled for the Olympics. Glenn, Liu, and Levito bring diverse strengths: Glenn combines consistency with increased technical difficulty, Liu’s speed and athleticism earned her the world title, and Levito’s youth and technical promise suggest rising excellence.
Each skater has won at least one U.S. national championship, a rare accomplishment that signals readiness for Olympic pressure. The pairs and ice dance selections complete a team positioned to win multiple medals. Madison Chock and Evan Bates made history earlier this week as seven-time U.S. ice dance champions.
What to Expect in Milan: Medal Predictions and Storylines?
Malinin enters Milan as the overwhelming favorite for men’s gold barring injury or unforeseen circumstances. His technical superiority and consistency at major competitions suggest Olympic dominance is likely. The women’s competition appears more wide open, with Glenn and Liu positioned as top contenders but facing strong international opposition.
Levito’s youth and potential could produce a romantic Olympic story, especially competing in a nation where she has family ties. The ice dance team of Chock and Bates arrives as defending Grand Prix Final champions. Figure skating begins in mid-February 2026 at Stadio Olimpico in Milan. Team USA’s skaters will compete for medals and Olympic glory starting in approximately five weeks.
Sources
- Olympics.com – U.S. Figure Skating announces squad for Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026
- USA Today – U.S. Figure Skating Olympic team roster selection and championship results
- NBC Olympics – Championship highlights and athlete biographies
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