Olympic champion Alysa Liu takes season off after Milan gold, promises her return to the ice

Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu is stepping away from competitive skating following her historic gold medal win in Milan. The 21-year-old from San Francisco, who previously walked away from the sport in 2022 due to burnout, announced her decision to take a break in an Instagram post. Liu, the first American woman to win two golds in the same Olympics, stated that she wants to challenge herself in new ways and allow her artistry and skating to evolve.

Despite her absence, she expressed her intention to return, vowing to support her teammates. The figure skating season has already begun, with marquee events like Skate America and the Finlandia Trophy scheduled for November. Liu's return will be eagerly awaited, as she aims to add more titles to her already impressive resume.