Amber Glenn Announces Retirement Plans After Olympics
Figure skater Amber Glenn has revealed her plans for retirement following her journey at the Olympics.
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Figure skater Amber Glenn has revealed her plans for retirement following her journey at the Olympics.

Forty-year-old Jorrit Bergsma from the Netherlands became the oldest ever speed skater to win Olympic gold in the men's Mass Start Speed Skating event.

U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin delivered an emotional gala performance at the Milano Cortina Games, conveying a powerful message about the dangers of social media and public scrutiny.

Forty-year-old Jorrit Bergsma from the Netherlands became the oldest ever speed skater to win Olympic gold in the men's Mass Start Speed Skating event.

Polish short track speed skater Kamila Sellier underwent surgery after suffering a severe facial cut from a blade during a crash at the Winter Olympics, but she reports she is 'doing okay'.
Polish speed skater Kamila Sellier is recovering after a skate blade cut her face during the women’s 1500 meters quarterfinal at the Winter Olympics. She had surgery and suffered a minor fracture, acc
In the Milano Cortina Olympics speed skating men's mass start, Japanese athletes Sasaki finished 10th and Arito 13th, while in the women's mass start, Sato Ayano placed 15th.

Young skaters, known as flower kids, are actively assisting at figure skating competitions while harboring their own dreams of competing in the Olympics.
Polish speed skater Kamila Sellier provided an update on her condition after sustaining a scary injury from a blade to her face.
The 2026 Formula 1 season is anticipated to bring significant changes, including new regulations, a new team, and a new driver, offering much to look forward to.
Polish short track speed skater Kamila Sellier has successfully undergone surgery after sustaining a face injury from a rival's blade during an Olympic crash.
Polish speedskater Kamila Sellier was taken off the ice on a stretcher after her face was sliced by an opponent's skate blade in a crash, requiring stitches.
Mexican figure skater Donovan Carrillo's story highlights his journey and how he overcame limits with just skates and a mall rink.

Valérie Maltais of La Baie, Que., picked up her third medal at the Milano-Cortina Olympics and second bronze, keeping the retiring American Brittany Bowe off the podium.
Figure skater Amber Glenn humorously recreated a move she failed in her Olympic short program, posting a video to TikTok on February 20.

Polish skater Kamila Sellier sustained a severe blade injury to her face during a race at the Winter Olympics, amidst a day marked by several accidents.
A gruesome injury overshadowed the Olympic women’s speedskating quarterfinals on Friday when Kamila Sellier of Poland fell going around a turn on the short track, and was cut by an opponent’s skate ne
Brittany Bowe concluded her Olympic speedskating career with a final lap, accompanied by her coach and fiancee.
Figure skater Amber Glenn intervened to prevent camera crews from filming Kaori Sakamoto crying after she missed out on a gold medal, emphasizing the need for personal space.

Benjamin Shroats, former coach of Team USA figure skater Amber Glenn, has been arrested in Texas on charges of sexual misconduct involving two athletes.
Alysa Liu has won the Olympic women's skating championship, fending off strong competition from Japanese skaters.
Alysa Liu, 20, ended the U.S. women's gold medal drought in singles figure skating by becoming the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport.
Alysa Liu secured an individual gold medal on February 19th, contributing to the USA's overall figure skating medal count at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Pansexual figure skater Amber Glenn made a historic and proud Olympic debut.
Iconic figure skater Dorothy Hamill, a 1976 Winter Olympics gold medalist, shares her thoughts on the immense pressure modern figure skaters face due to social media.
Team USA speedskater Jordan Stolz secured his third medal of the Milan Cortina Olympics by winning the 1,500-meter event.
Nancy Kerrigan revealed that she never received an apology from Tonya Harding for the infamous 1994 attack ahead of the Winter Olympics.
Speed skater Jordan Stolz describes his Olympic performance as a 'partial success' after securing a silver medal in the 1500m, despite aiming for three gold medals.
Figure skater Ilia Malinin shared that he spoke with fellow Team USA star Amber Glenn after her challenging performance in the women's short program at the Olympics.
Speed skater Jordan Stolz is set to compete in the 1,500 meters at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with a chance to win his third gold medal.
A Newsmax guest suggested that Olympians should be vetted for their political views, following a segment that criticized figure skater Amber Glenn.
Figure skater Amber Glenn opened up about her disappointing short program at the Winter Olympics, describing it as 'soul-crushing' but is ready to reclaim her joy in the free skate.
Israeli figure skater Mariia Seniuk advanced to the Olympic final, boosted by a warm reception from the crowd at Milan’s Forum di Assago indoor arena.

Olympic champion Simone Biles offered support to American figure skater Ilia Malinin following his unexpected collapse at the Milan Olympics.

Team USA figure skater Alysa Liu is making a mark as a style icon at the 2026 Olympics, with her piercing being highlighted as a key element of her trendsetting look.
Athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics expressed relief after an Italian media report of a condom shortage at the global event was resolved.
The St. Thomas Aquinas boys hockey team secured a 4-1 victory over rival Spaulding on Saturday, with four different skaters scoring goals.
Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida, 35, secured Italy's first gold medal and achieved two titles at the Milano Cortina Olympics, expressing that 'dreams come true if you believe and continue.'
Figure skaters captivated the audience with their free-spirited performances during the exhibition gala at the Milan-Cortina Olympics on February 21st.
Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin joined over 40 skaters in the Milan Cortina exhibition gala, with Liu cherishing her Olympic ice experience and Malinin replacing disappointing memories.

Polish short track speed skater Kamila Sellier required facial surgery after sustaining a serious injury when she was struck in the face by a blade during a crash at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics.

Jorrit Bergsma, a gold medalist back in 2014, is now 40. But he rolled back the years to win gold.
Olympic competitor Fridtjof Petzold has sharply criticized the German Speed Skating and Short Track Association (DESG), accusing it of unprofessionalism after Germany failed to win any medals in the sports at the Milan Winter Games.

American speedskater Mia Manganello earned a bronze medal in the women's mass start event at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium in her final Olympic race.
Mia Manganello secured her first individual Olympic medal, a bronze, in the final race of her Olympic career at the Winter Olympics 2026.
Japanese speed skater Miho Takagi held a press conference after completing all her events at the Milan Cortina Olympics, expressing mixed emotions despite winning three bronze medals, as her main goal of a 1500m gold was not achieved.
Polish short track speed skater Kamila Sellier underwent facial surgery after being struck by a blade in a serious crash at the Milan-Cortina 2 event.
USA figure skater Alysa Liu secured a surprising gold medal at the Olympics after two stellar performances, surpassing three top Japanese skaters.
Polish speedskater Kamila Sellier was hospitalized after suffering a blade cut to her face during the Winter Olympics 2026.
The songwriter of 'MacArthur Park' expressed pride in the song's role in American figure skater Alysa Liu's gold medal-winning performance.

Short track speed skaters Kim Gil-li and Choi Min-jeong from South Korea claimed the gold and silver medals respectively in the women's 1,500 meters at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
His peach is so big that fans can't help but worship it!
Polish short-track speedskater Kamila Sellier was stretchered off the ice after an opponent's blade sliced over her eye during the Olympic 1500m event.
Norway sets a new record for gold medals at the Winter Olympics, while Team USA announces Hilary Knight and Evan Bates as flag bearers for the Closing Ceremony. Meanwhile, Lindsey Vonn shares an x-ray after her latest surgery, and Chloe Kim reveals her retirement plan before making Olympic snowboarding history.
Team USA figure skater Alysa Liu, a gold medalist at the 2026 Winter Olympics, explains the reason behind her distinctive hairstyle.
The Winter Olympics provided numerous instances of pure joy, offering a welcome distraction from broader global issues and allowing spectators to forget their worries.

Kaori Sakamoto wins a silver medal and Ami Nakai a bronze in the Milan-Cortina Olympics women's figure skating singles, with Mone Chiba placing fourth, leading to widespread celebration in Japan.

Figure skater Lee Hae-in is taking time to appreciate her first Winter Olympics experience while preparing for the free skate.
New Jersey figure skater Isabeau Levito, an 18-year-old first-time Olympian, made a 'shocking mistake' that ended her medal hopes at the Milano Cortina Olympics.
Discussions are emerging about the current NBA contract system and player incentives, with some suggesting changes are needed to better align team and player interests.
Figure skater Ilia Malinin, known as the 'Quad God,' discussed his new 'different mindset' and how he plans to use past mistakes as 'fuel for the future' after a disappointing pre-Olympic performance.
Team USA's star speed skater, Jordan Stolz, has garnered attention for his massive leg muscles, drawing comparisons to NFL star Saquon Barkley, known for his powerful quads.
The highly anticipated Women's Figure Skating Singles Final at the 2026 Winter Olympics is scheduled to take place on February 19th.
Figure skater Ilia Malinin, 21, reveals a specific goal he aims to achieve before concluding his participation in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
U.S. figure skater Alysa Liu and her father, Arthur, are central to a gripping story involving alleged Chinese espionage, adding an unusual dimension to the lead-up to the 2026 Winter Olympics.

A brief update on the top Olympic news stories.
Stolz is pursuing a third gold medal at Milano Cortina, while Nuis makes his final Olympic bid in the 1,500m speed skating event.

US figure skater Ilia Malinin attributes his eighth-place finish at the Milan Olympics to pressure, following multiple falls during his men's program.

After Ilia Malinin's recent Olympic performance, Simone Biles offered private support, calling the figure skater an 'absolute legend'.
Two freestyle skiers and a figure skater on Team USA have faced backlash for making critical remarks about America during the 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Team USA skater Amber Glenn shared messages of positivity after an emotional and disappointing performance at the Olympics, where she fell to 13th place.
Team USA figure skater Alysa Liu's 'teeth gems' become a talking point after her performance in the women's short program at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Thanks to some late push from its short track speed skaters, South Korea met its target of taking home at least three gold medals from the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics this month. With its last athle

An 'extraordinary' women's 1500m speed skating semi-final at the 2026 Winter Olympics saw six of the seven skaters crash, with China's Yang Jingru being the only one to finish upright and take first place.

An "extraordinary" women's 1500m speed skating semi-final at the 2026 Winter Olympics sees six of the seven skaters crash, with China's Yang Jingru - the only athlete not to fall - finishing first.
U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz was passed just before the finish line, missing out on a fourth medal at the Milan-Cortina Olympics and losing bronze.
Friday night at the Milano Ice Skating Arena was supposed to close out the short track speedskating program at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ... Read More
A former competitive figure skater reflects on Alysa Liu's victory and its significance as a watershed moment for mental health awareness within the sport, impacting the next generation of skaters.
Figure skater Amber Glenn, who finished fifth overall at the Winter Olympics, will participate in the exhibition gala to conclude the skating events at the Milan-Cortina Games.
Jordan Stolz placed fourth in the men's speed skating mass start, narrowly missing a medal in his final race at the Milano Cortina Olympics, where he earned three prior medals.
An extraordinary photo by Associated Press staff photographer Stephanie Scarbrough captures a speedskater's face being slashed by a blade.
China reportedly sent spies to target gold medal-winning figure skater Alysa Liu and her father.

Poland’s Kamila Sellier was stretchered off the ice after a bloody accident during a speed skating event at the Winter Olympics.

South Korean short track speed skating legend Choi Min-jeong announced her retirement from the Winter Olympics after a record-setting career.
A unique ice rink located in a hotel in Stranraer is helping to fuel the Winter Olympic gold medal aspirations of three members of Team Mouat.
A collection of joyful photos of gold medal-winning U.S. figure skater Alysa Liu, highlighting her fun experience at the Olympics.

An unprecedented incident occurred in the women's 1500m speed skating semi-final at the 2026 Winter Olympics, where six of the seven skaters crashed, with China's Yang Jingru being among them.
Amber Glenn commented on a viral clip showing her smiling as Russian skater Adeliia Petrosian fell during the free skate event, where Glenn finished fifth.
Evan Bates shares a kiss with his wife Madison Chock after she reveals he has been chosen as a Team USA flag bearer, alongside Hilary Knight.
Brittany Bowe concluded her Olympic career with a fourth-place finish in the 1,500 meters, 0.61 seconds behind the gold medalist.
Amber Glenn believes Alysa Liu's performance at the Olympics will have a lasting impact beyond winning gold, influencing how young athletes perceive success.

A champion speedskater's toddler stole the spotlight at the Olympics, highlighting a trend of children gaining attention, while the Milano Cortina Games were also noted for their ASMR-like sounds.
American figure skater Alysa Liu secured the women's single gold medal at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, marking a joyful comeback story and a transformative moment for the sport.
Alysa Liu, the 20-year-old figure skater, secured Team USA's first gold medal in women's single figure skating since 2002, marking a triumphant return to the sport.
Tessa Janecke of Penn State Hockey has won an Olympic gold medal.
Mysterious Russian figure skater Adeliia Petrosian is now considered an Olympic medal contender.
Amber Glenn rebounded with an inspired free skate performance after a devastating short program, while US speedskater Jordan Stolz secured a silver medal in the 1,500 meters, missing a third gold.
American speed skater Jordan Stolz's bid for a fourth gold medal at the Winter Olympics was thwarted by China's Ning Zhongyan, who set a new Olympic record in the 1500m event.
Jordan Stolz, a prominent speed skater, faced an unexpected challenge in the 1,500m race at the Winter Olympics, where an opponent stole the show.
Speedskater Jordan Stolz is attempting to secure his third gold medal at the Olympics, continuing his impressive performance.
U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn, a national champion, shares her journey of overcoming quiet struggles with depression to achieve Olympic success.
U.S. hockey star Hilary Knight announced her engagement to American speedskater Brittany Bowe, sharing the news a day before a significant U.S. women’s hockey event.

U.S. women's hockey star Hilary Knight and American speedskater Brittany Bowe announced their engagement, having first met at the 2022 Beijing Olympics.
Dutch short track speedskater Jens van ’t Wout, already a two-time gold medalist, felt like he won the lottery after earning a bronze medal and sharing the Olympic podium with his brother.
What began as a socially distanced friendship at the Beijing Olympics has blossomed into an engagement in Milan between U.S. hockey captain Hilary Knight and speed skater Brittany Bowe, with hopes for gold medals.
A controversial moment arose during the Czechia vs. Canada game when Czechia scored a go-ahead goal with six skaters on the ice.
Olympic skater Alyssa Liu's self-done 'smiley' piercing, while trendy, carries serious health risks, according to dentists, who warn of potential infections.
USA Olympian Hilary Knight proposed to fellow Olympian Brittany Bowe at the Olympics, marking a full-circle moment for the couple who first met at the 2022 Beijing Games.