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flag Ilia Malinin, a 21-year-old American skater, became the first to land a quadruple axel in competition and is favored for gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

flag Ilia Malinin, a 21-year-old American figure skater, has become the first person to land a quadruple axel in competition, earning him the nickname "Quad God." flag With four consecutive U.S. national titles and undefeated status since November 2023, he is the top favorite for gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics. flag His mastery of multiple quadruple jumps, including seven in one event, has redefined technical standards in men’s skating. flag Born to former Olympians from Uzbekistan, Malinin trains under their guidance and continues to push the sport’s limits, with speculation growing about a potential five-rotation jump after the Olympics.

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