Amber Glenn’s Olympic Dream Shattered After Triple Loop Error
The Winter Olympics women’s figure skating short program saw a dramatic shift in the leaderboard as American star Amber Glenn faced heartbreak on the ice. Glenn, 26, entered the arena with high expectations, performing to Madonna’s iconic “Like a Prayer,” a routine filled with artistry and ambition. But what promised to be a standout moment quickly turned into disappointment.
Glenn attempted a critical triple loop, a jump she has executed flawlessly in the past. Unfortunately, it was under-rotated and downgraded to a double, earning her zero points for that element. The score dropped her to 13th place, leaving her medal hopes effectively dashed. As she left the rink, tears streamed down her face, a raw reminder of just how unforgiving this sport can be.
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The event itself was dominated by the Japanese team, with 17-year-old Ami Nakai topping the short program with a season-best 78.71 points. Nakai’s performance was nearly flawless, her spins and jumps executed with precision and flair. Three-time world champion Kaori Sakamoto followed closely, with Mone Chiba in fourth, making it a remarkable day for Japan, occupying three of the top four positions.
Other competitors also made headlines. Alysa Liu of the United States delivered a passionate performance, her expressive spins and artistry earning the crowd’s admiration, though she lost points on a triple Lutz that landed slightly short. Russian champion Adeliia Petrosian, competing as an Individual Neutral Athlete, impressed on her Olympic debut, performing a Michael Jackson medley with flawless technique and earning a season-best score of 72.89. Meanwhile, Team GB’s Kristen Spours ended her Olympic journey in 29th place, battling through injury in her final competitive event.
Glenn’s setback highlights the razor-thin margins in elite figure skating. A single error can undo months, even years, of preparation. For Glenn, the disappointment is compounded by the intense pressure of Olympic competition and the weight of expectations from fans and her country. The broader picture underscores Japan’s rising dominance in the sport and the increasingly global nature of figure skating excellence, with younger athletes like Nakai breaking through early and consistently challenging veterans.
As we look ahead to the free skate, the competition remains fierce. Fans worldwide will be watching to see whether Nakai can maintain her lead, how Liu and Petrosian will respond and whether any American skater can recover from today’s setbacks. For Amber Glenn, the focus will be on resilience and regrouping for the future.
Stay with us as we continue to follow every turn, jump and spin from Milan-Cortina, bringing you updates on medal contenders and the unfolding drama of the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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