US Figure Skater Jason Brown’s Free Skate Was a ‘Joy to Watch’

American figure skater Jason Brown made a triumphant return to the Olympics stage, finishing sixth in men's singles with a spirited performance in the free skate.

Despite not having a quad in his program, Brown's skate was clean and elicited plenty of support on social media.

Your skating is so important @jasonbskates 💕I remember sitting with you after we both were left off the team in 2018, not knowing what would come next. I'm so proud of the skater you have become. #winterolympics #figureskating
— Ashley Wagner (@AshWagner2010) February 10, 2022

Stunning artistry, @jasonbskates! You are a joy to watch on the ice. Well done! #WinterOlympics
— Scott Hamilton (@ScottHamilton84) February 10, 2022

Jason Brown, that was pure art! You had me at the music, but then your poignant performance transported me to a a whole new level.
— Kathy Johnson Clarke, OLY (@kathyjohnsongym) February 10, 2022

Congratulations @jasonbskates !!!!
Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!#Olympics #FigureSkating
— Javier Muñoz (@JMunozActor) February 10, 2022

VINTAGE @JASONBSKATES!

Jason Brown's Free Skate cements his place as one of figure skating's greatest artists. #WinterOlympics pic.twitter.com/qAsgPBVDkK
— NBC Olympics (@NBCOlympics) February 10, 2022