The 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships promise to be exciting with many talented athletes showcasing their skills. One standout is Jason Brown, a two-time Olympian who has consistently ranked among the top U.S. skaters. Although he faced equipment issues in 2025, he made a strong comeback, finishing as the second-best American man at the World Championships last March.
This year, the men’s team will be sending three skaters to Milan. Expect to see ambitious performers like Andrew Torgashev, Maxim Naumov, Jimmy Ma, and Camden Pulkinen make their presence felt.
In the women’s event, Glenn, the two-time defending U.S. champion, faces fierce competition. Audrey Liu, who made a successful return to competition last season, posed a significant threat. Alongside her, keep an eye on Isabeau Levito, the 2024 world silver medallist, and Bradie Tennell, a 2018 Olympic bronze medallist and two-time U.S. champion.
Chock and Bates are the clear favorites in ice dance, having dominated the circuit since the Beijing 2022 Olympics. They captured gold at the World Championships in 2023, 2024, and 2025, along with their third straight Grand Prix title this season. Their competition includes Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik, who placed strongly in their Grand Prix events. Notably, Maia and Alex Shibutani, Olympic medallists, will return to the U.S. Championships for the first time since 2018.
The pairs event will also be thrilling. Efimova and Mitrofanov are expected to face tough competition from Ellie Kam and Danny O’Shea. Their last encounters were incredibly close, with just six points separating the teams during the 2025–26 Grand Prix Final season.
This championship season is generating buzz on social media, with fans eagerly discussing their favorite skaters and sharing predictions. Recent statistics indicate that American figure skating continues to draw more viewers, with a 20% increase in ratings for major events compared to the previous year. This growth shows just how much excitement surrounds the sport right now.
Overall, the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships are set to be a showcase of athleticism, artistry, and fierce competition that fans won’t want to miss.
