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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Brittany Miller

Alysa Liu opens up on distressing airport encounter as she calls for privacy

Alysa Liu
  • Olympic gold medallist Alysa Liu issued a privacy warning to fans after a distressing encounter at an airport.
  • Liu described being surrounded by a crowd with cameras and requests for autographs, with one person chasing her to her car.
  • The figure skater recently won two gold medals at this year's Winter Olympics, marking a successful return to the sport.
  • She had previously retired from figure skating at the age of 16 before deciding to make a comeback in June 2024.
  • Fellow athletes, including tennis stars Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, have expressed how Liu's story of burnout and successful return is inspiring.

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Olympic figure skating star Alysa Liu issues plea for privacy after being chased to her car

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