Ilia Malinin Figure Skating Championships
Ilia Malinin arrived in California on July 28, 2026, to choreograph his competitive programs for the upcoming 2026/27 season, planning to train for two weeks at Great Park Ice & FivePoint Arena. As of July 28, 2026, Malinin, who secured his third consecutive World Figure Skating Championship title on March 28, 2026, in Prague, is preparing for the new season despite previously expressing a desire for a break. He is nominated for ISU Figure Skating Awards for Best Costume and Most Entertaining Program and is scheduled to compete at Skate America and the NHK Trophy in November 2026. This follows his gold medal win for Team USA in the figure skating team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics and his eighth-place finish in men's singles, for which he received the Fair Play Award.
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July 2026 — 2 developments
Ilia Malinin Arrives in California to Choreograph Programs for New Season
Ilia Malinin arrived in California on July 28, 2026, to choreograph his competitive programs for the upcoming 2026/27 season. He plans to train for two weeks at Great Park Ice & FivePoint Arena.
Ilia Malinin Nominated for ISU Awards, Joins Stars on Ice Tour
Ilia Malinin has been nominated for ISU Figure Skating Awards for Best Costume and Most Entertaining Program and will participate in the Stars on Ice tour. This follows his third consecutive World Championship title win.
June 2026 — 2 developments
Ilia Malinin to Compete in Skate America and NHK Trophy in November 2026
Ilia Malinin is scheduled to compete at Skate America in November 2026 and the NHK Trophy in Japan. This follows his recent retention of the world title in March 2026 and his gold medal win for Team USA in the figure skating team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Ilia Malinin Plans Break from Skating After Third World Championship Title
Following his third consecutive World Championship title in March 2026, Ilia Malinin has launched a YouTube channel and expressed a desire for a break from skating, indicating he will "feel it out" regarding his participation in the next season. Malinin plans to explore his Olympic experience through a special routine in the exhibition gala.
March 2026 — 3 developments
Ilia Malinin Wins Third Consecutive World Figure Skating Championship Title
Ilia Malinin secured his third consecutive World Figure Skating Championship title on March 28, 2026, in Prague. This victory serves as redemption for his eighth-place finish at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Malinin stated he felt minimal pressure at the World Championships, allowing him to enjoy his skating.
Ilia Malinin Leads World Championships After Personal Best Short Program
Ilia Malinin set a personal best in the short program at the 2026 World Figure Skating Championships in Prague, securing first place and leading by over nine points. He is aiming for his third consecutive title, having won in 2024 and 2025.
Ilia Malinin receives Fair Play Award at 2026 Winter Olympics for sportsmanship
American figure skater Ilia Malinin has been honored with the Fair Play Award at the 2026 Winter Olympics for his exceptional sportsmanship. Despite being a favorite for gold and finishing eighth in the men's singles, Malinin immediately congratulated Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov on his unexpected victory.
February 2026 — 13 developments
Ilia Malinin and Alysa Liu nominated for AAU Sullivan Award after Olympic medals
Figure skaters Ilia Malinin and Alysa Liu have been nominated for the 96th AAU Sullivan Award following their first Olympic medals won with Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Malinin finished eighth in the men's singles, while Liu won gold in the women's free skate.
Snoop Dogg Wears Ilia Malinin Shirt at 2026 Winter Olympics
Figure skater Ilia Malinin shared an unexpected encounter at the 2026 Winter Olympics where rapper Snoop Dogg wore a shirt featuring Malinin's face, leaving the skater speechless. Malinin, who helped Team USA win gold in the team event but finished eighth in the men's singles, also delivered a moving performance at the Exhibition Gala.
Ilia Malinin performs exhibition gala routine addressing Olympic pressure after eighth-place finish
Figure skater Ilia Malinin performed in the exhibition gala on February 21, 2026, using his routine to convey a message about the immense pressure and scrutiny he faced during the 2026 Winter Olympics. This performance followed his eighth-place finish in the men's singles competition, despite helping Team USA win gold in the team event.
Ilia Malinin to visit cat cafe after Winter Olympics, misses his cats
Following his eighth-place finish at the 2026 Winter Olympics, figure skater Ilia Malinin revealed his final goal before returning home is to visit a cat cafe. Malinin, who will also participate in the exhibition gala, expressed he misses his cats, Mysti and Miu Miu.
Ilia Malinin reflects on Olympic finish, describes transformation and lessons learned
Figure skater Ilia Malinin reflected on his eighth-place finish at the Winter Olympics, describing the experience as a significant transformation and a valuable lesson learned from failure. He stated, "The person who came [to the Olympics], he's been turned into dust," and emphasized his focus on moving forward and pushing the sport's boundaries.
Ilia Malinin Prepares for World Championships After "Inevitable Crash" at Olympics
Following his eighth-place finish at the 2026 Winter Olympics, figure skater Ilia Malinin is preparing for the 2026 ISU World Figure Skating Championships in Prague from March 23-29. He has spoken about the immense pressure and online negativity he experienced during the Olympics, describing his performance as an "inevitable crash."
Ilia Malinin Lands First Olympic Backflip in Figure Skating History at 2026 Winter Olympics
Ilia Malinin has made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics by successfully executing the first-ever Olympic backflip in figure skating competition. This groundbreaking achievement adds a new dimension to his Olympic debut and the sport's evolving technical landscape.
Ilia Malinin falls twice, finishes eighth in free skate; Mikhail Shaidorov wins gold
Ilia Malinin, the favorite for the men's singles figure skating title at the 2026 Winter Olympics, suffered a major upset by falling twice in his free skate and finishing in eighth place, failing to medal. Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov claimed the unexpected gold medal.
Ilia Malinin secures gold for Team USA in figure skating team event at 2026 Winter Olympics
Ilia Malinin secured a gold medal for Team USA in the figure skating team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics. His performance in the men's free skate was critical in breaking a tie with Japan, leading the U.S. to their second consecutive team gold medal.
Ilia Malinin Lands First Olympic Backflip, Finishes Second in Team Short Program Debut
Ilia Malinin made his Olympic debut in the team short program at the 2026 Winter Olympics, finishing second to Japan's Yuma Kagiyama. Malinin also became the first skater to land a backflip in Olympic competition after it was legalized for the Milan Games. Despite Malinin's second-place finish, Team USA led the team competition.
Ilia Malinin to make Olympic debut in men's short program at 2026 Winter Olympics
Ilia Malinin will make his Olympic debut in the men's short program for the team event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina. He is considered a strong gold-medal favorite. Malinin, along with other prominent U.S. figure skaters, will not participate in the opening ceremony to prioritize rest.
Ilia Malinin to wear Alex Ovechkin's gifted yellow skate laces at Milan Cortina Games
Ilia Malinin, the men's Olympic figure skating favorite, will be wearing yellow skate laces gifted to him by hockey star Alex Ovechkin at the Milan Cortina Games.
Ilia Malinin's technical ceiling reportedly forces figure skating rules re-evaluation
Ilia Malinin's technical ceiling is reportedly forcing figure skating to re-evaluate its current rules. He also achieved a personal-best short program score during his recent national championship win.
January 2026 — 1 developments
Malinin wins fourth consecutive U.S. National Championship title
Malinin won his fourth consecutive U.S. National Championship title, maintaining his undefeated streak since November 2023.
December 2025 — 1 developments
Skater wins third Grand Prix Final with record seven quadruple jumps
He won his third consecutive Grand Prix Final, landing an unprecedented seven quadruple jumps in his free skate, setting a new record and solidifying his status as a favorite for the Olympics.
November 2025 — 1 developments
Ilia Malinin announces Grand Prix, Grand Prix Finals, and U.S. Championships schedule for 2025-2026
Ilia Malinin's upcoming schedule includes the Grand Prix de France, Skate Canada International, and the Grand Prix Finals in late 2025, along with the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships.
March 2025 — 1 developments
Malinin defends World Championship title with six quadruple jumps in free skate
Malinin successfully defended his World Championship title in Boston, performing a free skate that featured all six types of quadruple jumps.
January 2025 — 1 developments
He wins third consecutive U.S. National Championship title
He won his third consecutive U.S. National Championship title.
December 2024 — 1 developments
Malinin wins second consecutive Grand Prix Final, lands quadruple Axel
Malinin secured his second consecutive Grand Prix Final victory, attempting seven quadruple jumps and successfully landing a quadruple Axel.
March 2024 — 1 developments
Skater wins first senior World Championship title with six quadruple jumps and new world record
He won his first senior World Championship title in Montreal, delivering a free skate that included six quadruple jumps and set a new world record.
January 2024 — 1 developments
Malinin Claims Second Consecutive U.S. National Championship Title
Malinin claimed his second consecutive U.S. National Championship title.
December 2023 — 1 developments
Skater wins first Grand Prix Final title
He won his first Grand Prix Final title, further establishing his dominance on the international stage.
March 2023 — 1 developments
Malinin lands first quad Axel at ISU Championship, earns bronze at Worlds in Saitama
Malinin earned a bronze medal at the World Championships in Saitama, Japan, where he also landed a quadruple Axel, the first ever performed at an ISU championship event.
January 2023 — 1 developments
Skater secures first U.S. National Championship title
He secured his first U.S. National Championship title, solidifying his position as a top senior skater.
September 2022 — 1 developments
Malinin lands first fully rotated quadruple Axel in competition
Malinin made history by becoming the first skater to land a fully rotated quadruple Axel in competition at the U.S. International Classic in Lake Placid.
April 2022 — 1 developments
Skater wins World Junior Championships, sets new world junior records in short program, free skate, and combined score
He won the World Junior Championships, setting a new world junior record for the men's short program, free skate, and combined score.
January 2022 — 1 developments
Malinin not selected for 2022 Beijing Olympics despite silver medal at U.S. Championships
Malinin earned a silver medal at the U.S. Championships but was controversially not selected for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, with officials opting for a more experienced skater.
August 2019 — 1 developments
Ilia Malinin wins Philadelphia Summer International in international junior debut
Ilia Malinin made his international junior debut, winning the Philadelphia Summer International, marking the beginning of his competitive career.