Alexandra Trusova - Figure Skater
Age: 21
Country: Russian Federation Occupations:
Figure Skater
Alexandra "Sasha" Trusova (born June 23, 2004) is a prominent Russian figure skater known for her revolutionary impact on the technical side of women's singles skating. Often referred to by her nickname, "The Quad Queen," she is celebrated for her unprecedented jumping ability.
Career Highlights and Achievements
Trusova has achieved numerous "firsts" in international competition, including:
Olympic Silver Medalist: Earned at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, where she became the first woman to land five quadruple jumps in a single free skate.
Technical Pioneer: The first female skater to land the quadruple Lutz, quadruple flip, and quadruple toe loop in competition.
World & European Success: She is the 2021 World bronze medalist and a two-time European medalist (silver in 2022, bronze in 2020).
Junior Dominance: A two-time World Junior Champion (2018, 2019).
Current Status (2026)
Following the 2022 Olympics, Trusova took a break from competitive skating, during which she performed in various ice shows. Recent reports from early 2026 indicate that she has returned to structured training under coach Eteri Tutberidze with plans to return to competition for the upcoming seasons, aiming for the 2030 Olympics.
In her personal life, she married fellow figure skater Makar Ignatov in August 2024 and gave birth to their son in August 2025. She has noted that she returned to the ice just nine days after giving birth to stay active and prepare for her comeback.