Alysa Liu figure skating results: Flawless, joyful free skate performance gives USA first gold since 2002

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Alysa Liu has made history, becoming the first United States female women's figure skating gold medalist since 2002.

Liu entered Thursday in third place following her short program performance, putting herself in contention to medal. However, facing steep competition, she needed another strong performance to secure a spot on the podium.

The Oakland, California native did exactly that, and more. Liu had a flawless performance in the free skate, totaling a staggering score of 150.20, almost three full points better than the next best on the day. That score was enough for Liu to jump into first place and hold her spot to win her second gold medal of the Olympics.

With the win, Liu becomes the first United States medalist in the event since Sasha Cohen, and the first gold medalist since Sarah Hughes. She is also the eighth overall American to win gold, joining Hughes, Tara Lipinski, Kristi Yamaguchi and more.

Liu's story is especially impressive considering she retired after her first Olympic appearance in 2022. However, she came out of retirement two years ago, proving to be a golden decision.

The Sporting News tracked live updates and results from Alysa Lius's gold medal performance in the women's figure skating event at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here is how Liu did it.

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Alysa Liu figure skating results

Combined

ScoreFinish226.791st

Free skate

ScoreFinish150.201st

Short program

ScoreFinish76.593rd

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Alysa Liu live updates, highlights from 2026 women's figure skating final

4:59 p.m.: It was a close finish, but Ami Nakai produces a combined score of 219.16, which means Alysa Liu has won gold!

4:50 p.m.: Kaori Sakamoto's free skate score puts her at 224.90, which is not enough to overtake Liu. The American is so close to gold, as it will come down to Ami Nakai's performance.

4:43 p.m.: With two competitors left, Liu has secured at least a bronze. However, her combined score of 226.79 is a high bar to clear for gold.

4:42 p.m.: Liu earns a score of 150.20, which puts her in the lead at 226.79 and guarantees a medal, the Americans' first since 2006.

4:39 p.m.: Liu was clearly happy with her performance.

4:38 p.m.:  Liu nails every element of her routine, avoiding any big mistakes while producing a smooth four minutes.

4:32 p.m.: Liu is now up as she aims to win a medal for this event. Mone Chiba just took the lead with a score of 217. 88.

4:25 p.m.: Liu is one turn away from going, and Glenn's 214.91 is still the best score on the board.

4:05 p.m.: With just six competitors left, the United States currently has two of the top six finishers in the event.

3:40 p.m.: Liu is now about seven turns away from taking the ice for her free skate routine, and Glenn remains in the lead with a score of 214.91.

3:10 p.m.: Liu will be skating her free skate routine to "MacArthur Park Suite" by Donna Summer.

2:50 p.m.: As Liu awaits her turn, fellow American Amber Glenn takes the lead after her strong free skate performance.

2:25 p.m.: Liu was out practicing for her performance about five hours before she was set to hit the ice officially.

2:00 p.m.: Six figure skaters have gone so far, so Liu is still a bit away from her turn. It's early, but the best combined score right now is 178.03

MORE:Full Olympic figure skating results from 2026 women's finals

What time does Alysa Liu actually skate?

Since Alysa Liu enters the free skate portion of the the competition in third place, she will be the third-to-last figure skater to go on Thursday. That means she will give her performance towards the end of the day, likely around 4:30 p.m. ET, with just two skaters to go once she finishes.

Alysa Liu's free skate song and routine

Liu will take the ice to "MacArthur Park Suite" by Donna Summer during her free skate routine.

Here are the planned elements for Liu's program:

  1. Triple Flip
  2. Triple Lutz+Triple Toeloop
  3. Triple Salchow
  4. Change Foot Comb. Spin
  5. Triple Loop
  6. Fly. Camel Spin
  7. Triple Lutz+Double Axel+Double Toeloop+SEQ
  8. Triple Flip+Double Toeloop
  9. Double Axel
  10. Step Sequence
  11. Choreo Sequence
  12. Layback Spin

How to watch Olympic figure skating

  • Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: NBC
  • Live Stream: Peacock

The Winter Olympic figure skating competition can be found on NBC and Peacock in the United States. Thursday's free skate will begin on NBC at around 1:00 p.m. ET, as the free skate portion of the event will last until around 5:00 p.m. ET.

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