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Ilia Malinin, the favorite for the gold medal in men's singles figure skating, failed to secure a podium finish at the Olympics amid high expectations and significant pressure.

The article discusses the highlights and lowlights of the recent Olympics, featuring athletes who surprised with their performances or fell short of expectations.

Norwegian skier Johannes Klaebo achieved six golds while Spain celebrated its best-ever Olympic Winter Games performance with multiple medals in mountain skiing.

Carolina Kostner captivates the audience with her skating performance, marking the closing gala of the figure skating event in Assago.

Ice skating star Ilia Malinin made a triumphant return to the Olympic ice after his recent struggles, captivating the audience with an emotional performance alongside fellow skater Alysa Liu.

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina dazzled audiences at a gala performance, showcasing her successful tango routine dedicated to her achievements and featuring American star Ilia Malinin.

The skating gala features star performances, with Kostner opening the show and Malinin making a comeback.

Figure skater Niina Petrõkina performed a tango routine at the Olympic gala event, despite changes needed from her initial plans.

Simone Biles helped figure skater Ilia Malinin cope with his Olympic competition failure by drawing from her own experiences as an elite athlete.

Figure skater Niina Petrõkina has received an invitation to perform at the Olympic gala and plans to involve assistants for her performance.

Figure skater Ilia Malinin faced immense pressure at the 2026 Winter Olympics, resulting in a disappointing performance, but found support from gymnastics legend Simone Biles.

Simone Biles extended her support to figure skater Ilia Malinin following his disappointing performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, where he fell short of expectations despite being a favorite for the gold medal.

Ilia Malinin, the US figure skater known for his quadruple axel, admits he was unprepared for the pressure of the Olympic spotlight after a disappointing performance led him to finish eighth in the men's free skate final.

Simone Biles reached out to fellow Olympian Ilia Malinin after he failed to medal in the men's free skate final, empathizing with his difficult experience.

The men's figure skating free program at the Olympics saw top favorites falter, culminating in a surprising victory for Kazakh skater Mikhail Shaiorov.

Amber Glenn, a prominent American figure skater, faced an emotional moment during her Olympic short program performance, expressing her struggles with pressure and her journey through depression.

Simone Biles reached out to figure skater Ilia Malinin after he faced challenges during his performance, sharing her understanding of the pressure athletes endure.

Figure skater Ilia Malinin expressed that he was unprepared for the intense pressure and expectations during the Olympic Games, which affected his performance.

The article discusses the impact of online hatred on skater Ilia Malinin, who struggles with the negative side of social media attention.

Latvian figure skater Denis Vasiļjevs reacts to the compliments given by American skater Ilia Malinin ahead of the 2026 Olympic Games.

After a disappointing finish at the 2026 Winter Olympics, figure skater Ilia Malinin's social media posts have raised concerns among fans about his mental health and well-being.

Figure skater Ilia Malinin, a strong contender for the Winter Olympics, finished in eighth place, revealing that he mentally collapsed under the pressure.

Ilia Malinin shares his struggles with mental health following his unexpected eighth-place finish in figure skating at the Milano-Cortina Games.

U.S. figure skating star Ilia Malinins, who faced a disappointment at the Milan Olympic qualifying event, has shared a poignant message on social media reflecting on the internal struggles athletes face.

Team USA figure skater Ilia Malinin addressed the mental pressures faced by Olympic athletes following a disappointing eighth-place finish in his event.

U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin has addressed the overwhelming online hate he faced following his performance at the Milan Olympics, providing insight into his emotional struggles.

Figure skater Ilia Malinin has raised concerns among fans with a TikTok post reflecting struggle and pressure related to his relationship with his father, who is also his coach.

Canadian figure skating legends Patrick Chan and Kurt Browning reflect on Ilia Malinin's unexpected fall from grace at the Olympics where he finished eighth after being a favorite.

Ilia Malinin expressed disappointment in his recent performance at the Milano Ice Skating Arena, an event where audience members threw flowers and stuffed animals to their favorite figure skaters.

Carolina Kostner reflects on her medal achievements and the importance of resilience in competitive sports.

Carolina Kostner, the former figure skater, reflects on the journey of young skater Ilia Malinin, emphasizing the importance of resilience and growth after facing challenges in sport.

U.S. Olympic skater Ilia Malinin postponed a press conference following an unexpected eighth-place finish in the men's free skate at the Winter Olympics.

American figure skater Ilia Malinin faced pressure at the Olympics and finished eighth after a disappointing free skate performance, while tensions rose between Canadian and Swedish curlers.

The commentary discusses the anticipation surrounding Ilia Malinin, a leading ice skater, during the Olympic men's free skating program and his failure to execute a crucial jump.

Ilia Malinin, known as the 'Quad God,' faced an emotional setback in his recent skate performance, landing eighth after expectations were high for a gold medal, prompting him to express his vulnerabilities on social media.

The article discusses figure skater Ilia Malinin as a strong contender for the Olympics, highlighting the excitement building ahead of the games.

Svetlana Varnavskaja, coach of two-time European figure skating champion Niina Petrõkina, shares insights into their preparation for the upcoming Olympics in Milan Cortina.

Ilia Malinin, a top figure skater, faced a disappointing eighth place finish despite being a favorite for a medal, leading to an emotional reaction.

American figure skater Ilia Malinin faced unexpected failure during the Olympics in Milan, marking a significant turn in his promising career.

Ilia Malinin, hailed as the best figure skater in the world, faced an overwhelming defeat at the Olympics due to immense pressure, resulting in multiple errors during his performance.

The USA is reeling after figure skater Ilia Malinin's unexpected failure at the 2026 Olympics, where he finished eighth despite expectations of winning gold.

Ilia Malinin, a two-time world champion and dominant figure in figure skating, faces a significant setback during a competition in Milan after being undefeated for two years.

The figure skating world is reeling after American skater Ilia Malinin, who had been undefeated since November 2023, faced an unexpected defeat at the European Championships.

Ilia Malinin expressed his disappointment after a series of falls in the figure skating finale, which cost him the chance to win a medal at the 2026 Olympics.

American figure skating star Ilia Malinin experienced a shocking failure at the Milan competition, missing out on the expected gold medal.

American figure skater Ilia Malinin, a favorite to win gold at the Milan Olympics, suffered an unexpected failure that cost him the medal despite dominating the sport for years.

U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin discusses the emotional pressures he faced before his Olympic performance, which led to unexpected falls.

At the Milano Cortina Olympics figure skating competition, an unexpected victory by Kazakh skater Mihhail Shaidorov disrupted the anticipated results for top competitors Ilia Malinin and Yuma Kagiyama.

American skater Ilia Malinin struggled under pressure, finishing eighth after two falls, while Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov unexpectedly won gold in men's figure skating at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Ilia Malinin experiences an unexpected fall during the competition in Milan, leading to his first defeat in two years, while Mijaíl Shaidorov claims the championship.