What the hell?' Alysa Liu wins USA's first women's figure skating world title in 19 years
Briefly

Alysa Liu made a remarkable return to competitive figure skating by winning the world championship title in Boston, becoming the first American woman to achieve this feat since 2006. The 19-year-old astonishingly returned to the sport nearly three years after her disappearance, where she doubted her future in skating. During the competition, Liu performed a flawless free skate, impressing the audience and judges alike, ultimately scoring 222.97 points. Her performance was particularly celebrated as she dethroned the three-time defending champion, Kaori Sakamoto, in front of a cheering home crowd.
Alysa Liu, at just 19, proved her resilience by winning the world championship in Boston, becoming the first American woman to do so in nearly two decades.
Liu's performance, set to the music of Donna Summer, captivated the audience as she reclaimed her place in competitive figure skating after a three-year absence.
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