Ilia Malinin Back Flips Into Lead After Men's Short Program

Team USA is sparkling connected nan 5th time of nan 2026 Winter Olympics pinch two-time defending champion snowboarder Chloe Kim delivering a beardown capacity successful nan halfpipe qualifying rounds. On nan ice, Ilia Malinin showcased his impeccable skills successful nan men’s short program, including his trademark backflip that landed him successful first spot heading into Friday’s final. NBC’s Peter Alexander reports and 1984 golden medalist Scott Hamilton joins TODAY pinch analysis.