politico-wire Alysa Liu Ends US Women's 24-Year Figure Skating Drought with Gold Medal Win
Alysa Liu has made history by becoming the first American woman to win a figure skating gold medal in 24 years. The 20-year-old delivered a near-flawless free skate to secure the top spot on the podium, beating out Japanese rivals Kaori Sakamoto and Ami Nakai. Liu's victory marks a triumphant comeback for the young skater, who had walked away from the sport after the Beijing Games four years ago.