Who won the Olympic gold medal in women's figure skating?

Alysa Liu won the Olympic gold medal in women's figure skating.

When did Alysa Liu last win a major title before this Olympics?

Alysa Liu became a world champion in 2025, her first world title since Kimmie Meissner in 2006.

Did Alysa Liu retire from figure skating?

Yes, Alysa Liu briefly retired in 2022 at the age of 16 but made a triumphant return in 2024.

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Liu's Golden Comeback: First US Woman to Win Olympic Figure Skating Gold in 24 Years

20 Feb

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Summary

Alysa Liu secured Olympic gold, first for US woman in 24 years.
Liu returned in 2024 after a two-year break, becoming world champion.
She is the eighth American woman to win individual Olympic figure skating gold.

Liu's Golden Comeback: First US Woman to Win Olympic Figure Skating Gold in 24 Years

Alysa Liu has made history by winning the individual Olympic gold medal in figure skating, the first American woman to achieve this in 24 years. Her performance on Thursday secured her the top spot, following a strong free skate program.

Liu's journey includes a notable hiatus; she retired from the sport in 2022 at the age of 16. This break allowed her to pursue other interests, including travel. However, in 2024, Liu returned to competitive skating with renewed vigor.

Her comeback has been remarkable. Since returning, Liu became a world champion in 2025, an achievement not seen by an American woman since 2006. This Olympic gold solidifies her place as the eighth American woman to win this prestigious title.

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