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
28
Personal
- Parents are John and Mary Chan. Has a younger brother named Alan
- Pursuing a family and marriage counseling degree from Grand Canyon University
- Started skating at age 4
- Originally competed as a singles skater when she was a junior
- Currently skates with Spencer Howe and previously skated with Misha Mitrofanov
- Loves nature and is an advocate for the environment
- Hobbies include plant-based culinary arts and jewelry-making
World Championships Experience
- Most recent: 2024 – 12th (Pairs - Mixed)
- Years of participation: Pairs - Mixed 2023, 2024
- Top finish: 5th – 2023 (Pairs - Mixed)
Career Highlights
- 2025 U.S. Championships, 4th
- 2024 Golden Spin of Zagreb, silver
- 2023 U.S. Championships, silver
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