The weight of expectation: Ilia Malinin goes for gold in today’s men’s free skateThe weight of expectation: Ilia Malinin goes for gold in today’s men’s free skate
The weight of expectation: Ilia Malinin goes for gold in today’s men’s free skate
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February 13, 2026
Today’s the day — 21-year-old American Ilia Malinin, who leads the men’s individual figure skating competition following Tuesday’s short program, will skate for gold. Much has been made of the self-proclaimed Quad God’s promise, so let’s explore why many folks believe the rising star could become the greatest figure skater of all time.
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 Yes, Alex Morgan has a favorite NWSL player Yes, Alex Morgan has a favorite NWSL player

There’s legends, and then there’s Alex Morgan.

The two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champ is now a certified friend of The GIST after chatting with podcast producer Alessandra Puccio before the start of the biggest-ever NWSL season. Morgan is using her platform to make youth soccer safer across the country and spilling tea along the way, from her future as a youth soccer coach to her favorite players to watch in the NWSL. Pour yourself a cuppa.

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