Ilia Malinin

Competitive figure skater and champion

Ilia Malinin - Athletes & Sports Figures born December 2nd, 2004
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Born in 2004, this American athlete achieved prominence in figure skating through remarkable performances in national and international competitions. In 2022, secured a gold medal at the World Junior Figure Skating Championships. Demonstrated technical proficiency and artistic expression, making a significant mark in the figure skating community at a young age.

Won gold at the 2022 World Junior Championships

Achieved acclaim for quad jumps in competition

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