Alysa Liu

2025 World Champion

Youngest-Ever U.S. Champion

At just 19 years old, Alysa Liu has already lived an entire skating lifetime — prodigy, Olympian, and now World Champion. Her story is one of talent, resilience, and renewal, marking one of the most inspiring comebacks in American figure-skating history.

Born in Clovis, California, Alysa began skating at five and by 13 became the youngest U.S. women’s champion ever. Her breathtaking jumps and unshakable poise made her an instant star, and she followed up by defending her title at just 14 — a feat no American woman had ever achieved at that age.

She made her Olympic debut in 2022, finishing sixth in Beijing and capturing hearts around the world with her calm grace on the sport’s biggest stage. Then, after stepping away from competition to rediscover her love for skating, Alysa returned with a renewed spirit and deeper artistry — and delivered one of the most powerful performances of her career.

In 2025, she reached the pinnacle: World Champion. Skating with confidence and freedom, she became the first U.S. woman in nearly two decades to capture the title, completing her remarkable return to the top. Her victory signaled not just a comeback, but a transformation — from teenage phenom to fully realized champion, skating entirely on her own terms.

A Story of Resilience and Renewal

Alysa Liu’s skating radiates both joy and determination. Every movement tells her story — of perseverance, grace under pressure, and rediscovered passion. She combines dynamic athleticism with lyrical artistry, creating programs that connect deeply with audiences around the world.

Now, as she heads toward the Olympic Games as the defending World Champion, Alysa stands as a symbol of everything fans love about skating: courage, beauty, and heart. Her journey reminds us that even the brightest stars can rise twice — and shine even more brilliantly the second time around.