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By the People, for the People
Ilia Malinin Finishes 8th in Olympic Figure Skating Singles
The 18-year-old American star was disappointed after a surprising result in Beijing.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Ilia Malinin, a rising star in American figure skating, finished a disappointing 8th place in the men's singles competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Beijing. The 18-year-old Vienna, Virginia native was widely expected to medal, but struggled with his performance and was critical of his own skating, saying "I blew it."
Why it matters
Malinin was considered one of the top medal contenders in the men's singles event after a strong showing in the team competition. His surprising 8th place finish was a letdown for American fans who had high hopes for the young skater to bring home an Olympic medal.
The details
Malinin, known for his technical prowess and quad-heavy programs, was unable to land several of his more difficult jumps cleanly in the men's singles final. He fell on his opening quad lutz and struggled with other elements, leaving him well off the podium in 8th place.
- The 2026 Winter Olympics were held in Beijing, China.
- The men's singles figure skating competition took place on February 14, 2026.
The players
Ilia Malinin
An 18-year-old American figure skater from Vienna, Virginia who was considered a top medal contender in the men's singles event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
What they’re saying
“I just felt ready getting on that ice. But I think that maybe I was too confident that it was going to go well.”
— Ilia Malinin (Sporting News)
What’s next
Malinin is expected to continue competing internationally and will likely be a top contender for the 2030 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.
The takeaway
Despite the disappointing result, Malinin's 8th place finish at just 18 years old shows he has a bright future ahead in figure skating. The experience of competing at the Olympics will be valuable as he continues to develop and work towards medal contention in future Games.
