JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE MAN WHO BROKE PHYSICS.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2026, v. 337, n. 3. P. 46 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jenkins, Sally 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on 21-year-old Ilia Malinin, a groundbreaking figure skater known for his exceptional ability to perform quadruple jumps, including the first-ever quad axel in competition. Malinin, who has been dubbed the "Quad God," has transformed the sport with his unique style and technical prowess, consistently outperforming competitors by significant margins. His training regimen, influenced by his parents—both former Olympic skaters—combines rigorous on-ice practice with innovative off-ice conditioning. As he prepares for his Olympic debut, Malinin continues to push the boundaries of figure skating, aiming for unprecedented achievements, including a potential quintuple jump. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2026/03, Vol. 337, Issue 3, p46
  • Document Type:Biography
  • Subject Area:Sports and Leisure
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:191465871
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Atlantic is the property of Atlantic Monthly Group LLC and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.