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Alysa Liu Clinches Historic World Figure Skating Title in Stunning Comeback

The 19-year-old becomes the first American woman in 19 years to win the world championship, marking a remarkable return to competition after a two-year retirement.

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Alysa Liu celebrates her victory with fans on Friday night in Boston.
Gold medalist Alysa Liu, of the United States bites her medal during a ceremony for the women's free skating program at the figure skating world championships, Friday, March 28, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Overview

  • Alysa Liu scored 222.97 points to secure gold at the 2025 World Figure Skating Championships in Boston, defeating Japan’s Kaori Sakamoto and Mone Chiba, who took silver and bronze respectively.
  • This victory ends a 19-year drought for American women at the world championships, with Liu becoming the first U.S. winner since Kimmie Meissner in 2006.
  • Liu’s free skate to Donna Summer’s 'MacArthur Park Suite' featured six triple jumps, including her signature triple Lutz-triple toe loop combination, earning her a standing ovation from the crowd.
  • Kaori Sakamoto, the three-time defending world champion, surged from fifth after the short program to claim silver with a total score of 217.98.
  • Liu’s comeback, following her 2022 retirement, reflects a new approach to skating focused on joy and balance, positioning her as a leading contender for the 2026 Winter Olympics.