Within hours of the video circulating, screenshots and slowed-down angles flooded timelines, with users insisting the “mystery blonde” had to be Glenn. The theory quickly snowballed, pulling both skaters into a wave of dating rumors neither had confirmed.
Glenn chose not to let the narrative grow unchecked. In a brief but direct response, she clarified that she was not the person in the clip and urged fans to be cautious about jumping to conclusions based on blurry footage and assumptions.
What surprised many, however, was how quickly the conversation shifted beyond the video itself. Online speculation began resurfacing Malinin’s past remarks about prioritizing skating over relationships — including comments where he suggested romance would take a backseat to his competitive goals.
Some users attempted to frame the club clip as contradicting that stance, reigniting debates about his personal life and whether public athletes “owe” fans consistency between interviews and private moments.
Neither skater indicated there was anything romantic happening behind the scenes. Those close to the skating world have repeatedly emphasized that gala appearances, shared practices, and public events often create optics that fans may interpret more dramatically than reality.
The situation also highlights a broader pattern in figure skating fandom, where chemistry on ice can quickly translate into off-ice rumors. Exhibition performances and social appearances often blur lines for viewers eager to read deeper meaning into brief interactions.
Glenn’s decision to respond appears to have cooled much of the speculation. Many fans praised her for addressing the rumor calmly rather than letting it spiral further.
As for Malinin, he has not directly commented on the club video itself. His previous statements about focusing on training and long-term goals remain the only public insight into how he balances competition and personal life.
In the end, what began as a party clip turned into a reminder of how quickly narratives can form around high-profile athletes — especially when fans are already invested in the dynamic between two of skating’s brightest stars.
