The women’s event at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics has ignited intense discussion among fans and analysts following the final results.

After a high-pressure competition filled with falls, near-flawless programs, and razor-thin margins in component scoring, social media erupted with debate over how judges weighed technical difficulty versus execution and artistry.

Some viewers questioned how falls impacted overall scoring, particularly in relation to Program Component Scores. Others defended the judging panel, noting that base value, transitions, and skating skills often outweigh isolated mistakes under the ISU scoring system.

As with many Olympic events, passion runs high — and figure skating remains one of the most scrutinized judged sports in the world.