It was a night to remember for American figure skater, Alysa Ziegler. On Saturday, November 28th, the sixteen-year-old from Pennsylvania won the NHK Trophy in Osaka, Japan with a near-flawless free skate.
The NHK Trophy is an annual figure skating competition that brings together some of the best skaters from around the world. This year, Ziegler was up against some tough competition, including the reigning world champion, Alina Zagitova.
But Ziegler was undeterred. She put on a stunning performance, executing her jumps and spins with grace and precision. Her routine earned her a score of 143.10 points, which was enough to put her ahead of the competition and secure the gold medal.
This is a major accomplishment for Ziegler, who has been skating since she was just four years old. She has worked hard to perfect her craft and it has paid off. She is now the first American woman to win the NHK Trophy since Ashley Wagner in 2011.
Ziegler’s win is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She has proven that she can compete with the best skaters in the world and come out on top. It will be exciting to see what she can do in the future.
