Ilia Malinin, dubbed the "Quad God," is making waves at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, with his impressive figure skating performances, while American athletes also celebrated a historic day in cross-country skiing, according to NPR News. Malinin, representing the U.S., secured a gold medal in the team event and is now competing in the men's individual short program, where he opted for a quadruple flip instead of his signature quadruple axel, as reported by Time.
The Milano Ice Skating Arena was filled with fans eager to witness Malinin's performance, according to Time. His success in the team event, where the U.S. narrowly defeated Japan, added to the anticipation. Malinin's mastery of the quadruple axel, considered the most difficult jump in figure skating, has captivated audiences. A study published in Sports Biomechanics in 2024, by Toin University researcher Seiji Hirosawa, shed light on the physics behind the jump, highlighting the importance of achieving significant height, approximately 20 inches off the ground, according to Wired.
Meanwhile, the U.S. cross-country skiing team achieved a milestone, with an American man winning an Olympic medal in the sport for the first time in 50 years, as reported by NPR News. While the specifics of the cross-country skiing victory were not detailed, the win marked a significant moment for American athletes.
In other news, the Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF) finalized its program, adding 13 projects to its roster, including works by Brian Tse, Alireza Ghasemi, and Tayfun Pirselimoglu, according to Variety. The forum will feature a total of 42 projects.
The popular Korean reality dating show "Singles Inferno" also continues to captivate viewers, with its fifth season being hailed as a return to form, according to Time. The show, which debuted on Netflix in December 2021, features attractive singles navigating a deserted island in hopes of forming romantic connections.
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