Big upset as USA star falls twice giving Kazakhstan gold in men’s skateTeam USA’s figure skating sensation, Ilia Malinin, failed to secure a medal despite being the overwhelming favorite for gold. The 21-year-old, known as the “Quad God” for his groundbreaking quad axel, struggled with two falls during his performance, finishing in a shocking eighth place. Meanwhile, Mikhail Shaidorov of Kazakhstan claimed the gold. CNN's Coy Wire reports.

Source: CNN February 14, 2026 18:28 UTC