‘Why Not?’: Michael Martinez Makes Figure Skating Comeback, Eyes 2027 International Return

Michael Christian Martinez returns to competitive figure skating, eyes international comeback in 2027

ASM, Philippine Canadian Inquirer October 22, 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Filipino Winter Olympian Michael Christian Martinez is preparing for another chapter in his skating career, with plans to compete in […]

‘Why not?’: Michael Martinez makes figure skating comeback, eyes 2027 international return

Former Winter Olympian Michael Christian Martinez is returning to competitive figure skating, announcing that he will compete at the 2026 Philippine National Figure Skating Championships this November after years away from competition. Michael shared the news in a Facebook post, admitting he never expected to make the announcement again after shifting his focus to coaching […]

Filipino figure skater Michael Martinez announces return to competition

Filipino figure skating star Michael Christian Martinez is making a return to the competitive scene after nearly five years away, during which he focused on coaching the next generation of figure skaters.

Michael Martinez announces return to competitive skating | ABS-CBN Sports

Filipino figure skater Michael Martinez is returning to competition, announcing his comeback with a birthday post on social media Monday.

Michael Martinez Ends Retirement, Eyes International Return In 2027

Two-time Winter Olympian Michael Christian Martinez is coming out of retirement. He announced on Facebook that he will compete at the 2026 Philippine National Figure Skating Championships this November, the same month he turns 30, and hopes to return to international competition in 2027. “I had many options for my 30th birthday. Somehow, I chose Philippine Nationals,” he wrote. “Anyway… I’m competing again. Good luck knees.” Martinez admitted he…