World champion Alysa Liu of Richmond takes free skate as US wins World Team Trophy
Briefly

Alysa Liu, the world champion from the United States, delivered an exceptional performance in the women's free skate at the World Team Trophy in Tokyo, scoring 150.97 points. This allowed the U.S. to capture its sixth gold medal at the event, finishing with a total of 126 points, 16 ahead of Japan. Liu's remarkable comeback after a nearly two-year retirement solidified her position as a top competitor, having previously become the youngest-ever U.S. champion in 2019. The U.S. continued its long-standing dominance in the competition, medaling in all nine editions since its inception.
Alysa Liu produced a flawless routine, landing seven triple jumps for a personal-best 150.97 points, securing the U.S. sixth gold medal at the event.
The United States finished with 126 points, a 16-point lead over Japan, showcasing dominance in figure skating with their sixth victory at the World Team Trophy.
We are just beaming. I'm so insanely proud of my team and everyone, U.S. coach Jason Brown said, reflecting the team's triumph and commitment to excellence.
Liu's remarkable comeback, dethroning three-time champion Kaori Sakamoto, underlines her resilience after nearly two years away from the sport.
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