EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 5 MIN
The Story of the forbidden backflip: How Iija Malinin brought it back to the Olympics
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Figure skaters may soon have to learn the backflip again to keep up. Ilja Malinin brought back a long-banned move, reviving the showmanship of grand ice revues in the arena. He landed the backflip on one skate, and thanks to this unique skill, the American team claimed gold in the team event.
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Figure skaters may soon have to learn the backflip again to keep up. Ilja Malinin brought back a long-banned move, reviving the showmanship of grand ice revues in the arena. He landed the backflip on one skate, and thanks to this unique skill, the American team claimed gold in the team event.
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The Story of the forbidden backflip: How Iija Malinin brought it back to the Olympics
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