At the Milan Cortina Olympics, Chinese figure skater Xu Mengtao secured the gold medal in women's figure skating, completing a remarkable feat by winning her second consecutive Olympic title. Xu scored 112.90 points, outpacing Australian Danielle Scott, who finished in second place with 102.17 points, and her teammate Shao Qi. As the competition progressed, Xu's performance was particularly noteworthy in the decisive jump, where she delivered the highest scoring jump, solidifying her position at the top level of the sport.

Xu's victory marks her fifth Olympic appearance, showing her consistency and resilience as an athlete. She not only defended her title from the 2022 Beijing Olympics but also added to her impressive resume, including a silver medal from the 2014 Sochi Olympics. Her ability to perform under pressure and emerge victorious again showcases her as a leading figure in figure skating and highlights the high level of competition that exists at the Olympic level.

Danielle Scott, who has also consistently performed well at the Olympics, reached the finals for the fourth time but has yet to secure a medal higher than ninth place. Despite this, she boasts an impressive track record with two silver and two bronze medals from World Championships. With the men's figure skating competition set to conclude on Thursday, the results can undoubtedly inspire and elevate the sport further as athletes strive for excellence on the Olympic stage.