"From breathtaking jumps to mesmerizing spins, figure skating is one of the most popular sports at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. In a survey, 56% of 1,000 Americans who planned on watching the winter Olympics said they would be tuning in to watch figure skating, according to market research from Reviews.com. And all eyes are on the American trio of female skaters known as the 'Blade Angels,' on Tuesday with the start of the women's short program."
"Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, and Isabeau Levito are hoping to take home the gold in individual women's figure skating, something the U.S. women's team has not done since 2006. Only the top 24 women skaters in the women's short program will advance to the compete in the free skate final on Thursday. Here's what to know. Who are the 'Blade Angels'?"
"They have captivated the nation not only with their skating, but their friendship, and lively, non-conformist, authentic personalities. Glenn is the first openly LGBTQ+ woman to compete in women's figure skating at the Winter Olympics. Their bravery and impressive skills have also garnered attention from celebrities like Madonna-who sent Glenn a video saying "Go get that gold"-and Taylor Swift, who introduced them in an Olympic video."
Figure skating is a leading attraction at Milano Cortina 2026, with a survey showing 56% of 1,000 Americans planning to watch the sport. The U.S. trio Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, and Isabeau Levito, nicknamed the 'Blade Angels,' lead Team USA in the women's event. The women's short program begins Tuesday, and only the top 24 skaters will advance to the free skate final on Thursday. Glenn is the first openly LGBTQ+ woman to compete in Olympic women's figure skating. Liu is the 2025 World Champion, Levito is the 2024 world silver medalist, and Glenn holds three championship titles.
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