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Alysa Liu, out of retirement, shines at U.S. Figure Skating Championships


Published on 2025-01-24 02:05:17 - Reuters
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  • Alysa Liu, back from retirement at age 19, sits in first place after the women's short program at U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Thursday in Wichita, Kan.

Alysa Liu, the two-time U.S. women's figure skating champion, made a triumphant return from retirement at the 2025 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Columbus, Ohio. Liu, who had stepped away from competitive skating in April 2022 to focus on her education, showcased her skills with a standout performance, including a triple Axel and a combination of triple Lutz-triple toe loop, which helped her secure the lead after the short program. Her comeback was marked by a blend of technical prowess and artistic expression, earning her a score of 74.55 points. Liu's performance not only highlighted her continued dominance in the sport but also her personal growth and maturity, as she expressed her joy in returning to the ice and her aspirations to compete in future international events.

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