Olympic hero Alysa Liu to sit out figure skating season before 2027 return
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Olympic champion figure skater Alysa Liu has announced plans to sit out the entire 2026-27 competitive season. Despite taking this break from competition, the United States star intends to continue training throughout the year away.
Liu has stated that taking this hiatus makes the most sense for her career trajectory. Following the upcoming season off, she is scheduled to make her return to competitive figure skating for the 2027-28 season.
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