Amber Glenn Wins First U.S. Grand Prix Final Gold in 14 Years

Amber Glenn made history by winning the Grand Prix Final, becoming the first American woman to do so in 14 years, with a total score of 212.07. This victory, which took place in Grenoble, France, marks a significant milestone in Glenn's breakout season at age 25, following her first U.S. national title earlier in the year. Despite battling nerves and imposter syndrome, Glenn delivered a strong performance featuring a triple axel, finishing ahead of Japan's Mone Chiba and world champion Kaori Sakamoto, who took second and third place, respectively. Glenn's win ends a long drought for the U.S. figure skating program, and she now stands as a leading contender for the upcoming world championships and the 2026 Olympics. The event showcased the dominance of Japanese skaters, who occupied five of the top six positions. As the competition continues, the U.S. hopes to secure more titles, with Ilia Malinin and Madison Chock/Evan Bates also in contention.