Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu to miss season

Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu announced she will sit out the upcoming season to refine her skills, reassuring fans of her eventual return to the sport. Liu, who secured individual gold in the women's singles and team gold for the United States at the Milano-Cortina Games, aims to enhance her artistry and skating technique during this hiatus.

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I always want to challenge myself in new ways, so my artistry and skating can evolve.

In a social media post, Liu expressed her desire to challenge herself in new ways, stating, "It's important to me that my sport reflects my personal growth." She plans to return for the 2027-28 season, emphasizing that she is "trusting my instincts" about this decision. During her break, she intends to work on "overall artistry, spins, jumps, everything."

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It's important to me that my sport reflects my personal growth.

Liu's career has been dynamic. She finished sixth at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and later won bronze at the world championships. At 16, she briefly retired, citing the all-consuming nature of the sport. However, she returned with a renewed approach, marked by a changed appearance and increased confidence, leading to a world title in 2025 and Olympic gold in Milano-Cortina.

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So fear not, I'll be back, and in the meantime I'll be rooting for my teammates near and far.