As Skate America Kicks Off A New Grand Prix Season, Get Ready For Ilia Malinin 2.0
Among many U.S. stars at Skate America, Ilia Malinin is set to show he’s a more mature, complete skater this season.
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Age
22
Hometown
Rockville, MD
Personal
- Parents are Mary (forensic scientist) and Richard (periodontist)
- Began skating at age 5 because her brother Gordon was taking lessons
- Her original skating partner was her brother, Gordon, and the duo won the 2019 U.S. junior title
- Hobbies include knitting, crocheting, cooking, reading and dancing
World Championship Experience
- Most recent: 2023 - 6th (Ice Dance - Mixed)
- Years of participation: Ice Dance - Mixed 2023
- Top finish: 6th (2023)
Career Highlights
- 2025 U.S. Championships, bronze
- 2024 U.S. Championships, 4th
- 2023 U.S. Championships, silver
- 2022 Four Continents Champions
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