Figure Skating: Chen Wins Third Straight National Title With Ease

Nathan Chen performs in the men's free skate during the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Detroit. Chen won the event. AP Photo/Carlos Osorio

Nathan Chen was skating up to collect his medal — gold, of course — when he tripped on the small carpet in front of the podium and nearly fell.

Nathan Chen is helped as he approaches the winner's podium after winning the men's free skate during the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, Jan. 27, 2019, in Detroit. AP Photo/Carlos Osorio