Isabeau Levito: Road to 2026 Olympics | Rising star interview

In this interview, 2024 World silver-medalist Isabeau Levito opens up about balancing high school and elite training, her Italian-American roots, and her goals for the 2026 Winter Olympics. At just 17, she has already claimed the U.S. title, a World Junior crown and a Grand Prix Final podium. Based in Mount Holly, NJ, and coached by Yulia Kuznetsova, Levito blends artistry and athleticism as she prepares for the next quadrennial. We dive into how she started skating at age three, how she approaches pressure (“I only have myself to hold accountable”), and her family connection to Milan (site of the 2026 Winter Games). This is a must-watch for figure skating fans, Olympic hopeful followers and anyone inspired by young athletes pushing boundaries. 0:00 - Introduction 0:13 - Finishing high school before the Olympics 0:37 - Family connections to Milan 1:02 - Milan test event experience 1:34 - Keys to making the Olympic team 2:01 - Why she prefers singles over pairs skating 2:49 - Getting a tan on vacation 3:30 - Reading habits and pool relaxation plans 5:01 - Working with her longtime coach on music selection ===== Get the latest St. Louis news, weather and sports: https://www.ksdk.com Follow us on Facebook:   / ksdktv   Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/ksdknews Download the 5 On Your Side app: https://www.ksdk.com/app To watch 5 On Your Side broadcasts or reports 24/7, 5 On Your Side is always streaming on 5+. Download for free on Roku (http://bit.ly/3XxQuEZ), Amazon Fire TV (https://bit.ly/3YZZsw7) or the Apple TV App Store.