Elon Musk decides to gift Alysa Liu a Tesla after she becomes the first American woman in 19 years to win the world figure skating championship

Elon Musk Gifts Tesla to Alysa Liu After Historic Figure Skating Victory

In a surprising yet heartwarming gesture, tech billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has decided to gift a brand-new Tesla to American figure skating sensation Alysa Liu after her groundbreaking win at the World Figure Skating Championships. At just 19 years old, Liu made history by becoming the first American woman in nearly two decades to claim the prestigious world title, a feat that has reignited national pride and captured global attention.

Liu’s victory marks the end of a 19-year drought for the United States in women’s figure skating, a sport long dominated by athletes from Russia, Japan, and South Korea in recent years. Her powerful performance, marked by elegant artistry and technically demanding jumps, including a perfectly executed triple Axel, earned her a well-deserved place at the top of the podium—and a new fan in Elon Musk.

Musk, known for his unpredictable Twitter presence and spontaneous gestures, tweeted shortly after the results were announced:
“Congrats to Alysa Liu! Your performance was electric. You’re getting a Tesla—on me.”

The tweet immediately went viral, with thousands of fans praising the move and celebrating the crossover between sports and innovation. Within hours, Tesla’s official account confirmed the gift, noting that Liu would be able to choose the model of her preference—Model S, 3, X, or Y, with the option for a fully customized interior.

Liu responded graciously, posting a photo of herself mid-jump with the caption: “Thank you @elonmusk! Can’t wait to take my spins from the ice to the road.”

Though this may seem like an unusual move, Musk has occasionally rewarded individuals outside the tech world who demonstrate excellence, bravery, or innovation in their respective fields. A source close to Tesla said, “Elon saw her performance and was genuinely moved. He thought, ‘This is what human potential looks like,’ and wanted to show his support in a meaningful way.”

Liu, already considered a prodigy in American figure skating, rose to national prominence as a young teen and quickly became a symbol of the sport’s next generation. Her world championship victory cements her status as one of the brightest stars in skating and a potential gold medalist for the upcoming Winter Olympics.

The Tesla, aside from being a generous gift, also represents a symbolic alignment between two individuals known for pushing boundaries—Liu on the ice, and Musk in the world of technology and space. It’s also worth noting that Musk has been vocal about encouraging young people to dream big and challenge convention—something Liu seems to embody effortlessly.

As for which Tesla she’ll choose? Insiders say she’s leaning toward the Model X, citing its spacious interior for her gear and the iconic falcon-wing doors as “super cool.”

From the rink to the road, Alysa Liu’s journey is just beginning. And now, with a Tesla in her driveway, it looks like she’ll be traveling in style.