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updates | August 07, 2026

Did Yuzuru Hanyu retire?

The Japan Skating Federation says the two-time Olympic champion has not recovered from an ankle sprain the skater sustained during Beijing 2022.

Is Yuzuru Hanyu going to worlds?

Once again, Yuzuru Hanyu's ankle has let him down and he will miss the World Figure Skating Championships. Hanyu sprained his ankle before the free skate at the Winter Olympics, having already given himself a mountain to climb when he fell while attempting a quadruple axel in the short program.

Will Yuzuru Hanyu be in the Olympics 2026?

Hanyu Yuzuru left the door open for a potential fourth Winter Olympic appearance at Milano Cortina 2026 when he spoke to the media on Monday (14 February).

Who is retiring from figure skating?

Alysa Liu, a 2022 Olympian and world championships bronze medalist, is retiring from competitive figure skating at age 16. Considered the future of US women's skating and already a two-time national champion, Liu posted her decision Saturday on Instagram.

Which ice dancers are retiring?

Madison Hubbell and Zachary Donohue (USA) – Figure Skating

The American Ice Dance duo announced plans to retire at the end of the 2022 season. After skating together for more than a decade, Hubbell, 30 and Donohue, 31, are ending their careers with Olympic medals in both the team event and ice dancing.

22 related questions found

Does Yuzuru Hanyu have Instagram?

Hanyu actually isn't on Instagram - and doesn't maintain any public social media accounts.

Where does Brian Boitano live?

Although he lives mostly in San Francisco, Boitano usually spends three months a year in Italy. He bought his great, great grandfather's house in northern Italy and renovated it for a TV show for HGTV.

Did Alysa Liu retire from skating?

Beijing 2022 Winter Olympian and world championship bronze medallist Alysa Liu is retiring from competitive figure skating at age 16. Considered the future of US women's skating and already a two-time national champion, Liu posted her decision on Instagram on Saturday.

Why Alysa Liu retired?

Alysa Liu is hanging up her ice skates. The 16-year-old Olympic figure skater — who competed in 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics —announced her retirement from the sport on Saturday, explaining in a heartfelt Instagram message that she felt it was time to "move on."

Who has landed a quadruple Axel?

As of 2022, no male skater has successfully landed a quadruple Axel in competition, however it has been attempted. The first attempt was by Russian skater Artur Dmitriev Jr. at the 2018 Rostelecom Cup, however he landed forward and fell, receiving both a downgrade and fall deduction.

How can I watch 2022 figure skating World Championships?

On what TV channel? - Coverage of the U.S. Championships will air on NBC on Friday, Saturday and Sunday during limited windows. Additionally, full live coverage will be available via Peacock, which is available via smart TVs and streaming apps.

Where is Kurt Browning now?

Kurt is now listed as a company member of Ice Dance International for Fall 2021. He will be part of the company in residence in Stowe, VT Sep.

What happened to Paul Wylie?

After leaving his job at Disney in 2004, Wylie returned to the ice for 22 dates with Stars on Ice. He has also continued his long association with An Evening with Champions, the annual benefit show at Harvard. Wylie has worked as a sports commentator/analyst, most recently for ESPN and Universal Sports.

Does Yuzuru live in Canada?

Where does Yuzuru Hanyu live? Hanyu lives and trains in Toronto, Canada. However, he has remained at home in Japan during the coronavirus pandemic.

Is Yuri on ice based on Yuzuru Hanyu?

As revealed by a real-life figure skater last year, Yuri Katsuki bears an uncanny resemblance to Japanese figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu. Interestingly, the similarities do not end at their identical facial structure, posture and stances, but go way beyond. Just like Yuri in YOI, Hanyu idolizes Russian figure skaters.

Is Figure Skating Nationals 2022 a result?

Chen won the title with a score of 212.62 during Sunday's championship men's free skate in Nashville, Tennessee, to bring his total score to 328.01. Ilia Malinin clinched second place with a total score of 302.48, while Vincent Zhou finished in third after a total score of 290.16.