U.S. Figure Skaters Aim for Historic Olympic Podium Sweep

Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu and Isabeau Levito have a shot at medaling in the women's competition, which would be a first for the U.S.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The trio of American figure skaters known as the "Blade Angels" - Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu and Isabeau Levito - are all in contention for medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. If all three manage to earn a podium placement, it would mark the first time the U.S. has had three figure skaters on the Olympic medal stand at the same Games.

Why it matters

Figure skating has long been a marquee event for the United States at the Winter Olympics, but the country has never had three of its skaters reach the podium in the same competition. This would be a historic achievement that would showcase the depth and talent of the current U.S. women's figure skating team.

The details

Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu and Isabeau Levito, known as the "Blade Angels," are all considered medal contenders in the women's figure skating competition. They will face tough challenges from skaters like Japan's Kaori Sakamoto and Russia's Adeliia Petrosian, who is competing as a neutral athlete. The short program on Tuesday will be crucial, as it can make or break medal hopes.

  • The women's figure skating short program is scheduled for Tuesday, February 17 at 12:45 p.m. ET / 9:45 a.m. PT.
  • The women's figure skating free skate is scheduled for Thursday, February 19 at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT.

The players

Amber Glenn

An American figure skater who is considered a medal contender in the women's competition.

Alysa Liu

An American figure skater who is considered a medal contender in the women's competition.

Isabeau Levito

An American figure skater who is considered a medal contender in the women's competition.

Kaori Sakamoto

A Japanese figure skater and three-time world champion who is expected to challenge the American skaters.

Adeliia Petrosian

A Russian figure skater competing as a neutral athlete who has big jumps and could shake up the competition.

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The takeaway

This potential achievement by the U.S. figure skating team would mark a historic moment for the sport in the country, showcasing the depth of talent and the rise of a new generation of American skating stars.