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Ilia Malinin Sets Sights on Quintuple Jump After Olympic Setback

3/7/2026

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During the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Ilia Malinin faced mounting pressure to land the first-ever quadruple axel.
In practice, he successfully executed the move.
In the final performance, he hesitated, costing him a podium.
Malinin now targets the quintuple jump, hinting in a recent interview that he will reveal more after the season.
He aims to defend his world title at the World Championships in Prague in March 2026.

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Story summary

During the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Ilia Malinin faced mounting pressure to land the first-ever quadruple axel.
In practice, he successfully executed the move.
In the final performance, he hesitated, costing him a podium.
Malinin now targets the quintuple jump, hinting in a recent interview that he will reveal more after the season.
He aims to defend his world title at the World Championships in Prague in March 2026.