Nathan Chen Sets New World Record in Figure Skating World Championships Short Program

Nathan Chen delivered a breathtaking performance to set a new world record in the men's short program at the World Figure Skating Championships in Montreal on Sunday, scoring 115.39 points to break his own previous record by more than two points.

The three-time world champion was flawless in his routine to 'Nemesis' by Benjamin Clementine, landing four perfect quadruple jumps including a stunning quad Lutz-triple toe combination that earned him massive scores from the judges. Chen's technical mastery and artistic interpretation reached new heights in front of the packed Centre Bell arena.

"I'm honestly shocked by that score," Chen said after his performance. "I felt really good out there and I knew I had skated well, but to break my own world record again is just incredible. The crowd here in Montreal has been amazing, and their energy definitely helped push me to that level."

Chen's previous world record of 113.97, set at the 2022 Winter Olympics, had stood for four years before tonight's remarkable achievement. His combination of quad jumps, intricate footwork, and emotional connection to the music showcased why he remains the sport's most dominant male skater.

Japan's Yuma Kagiyama sits in second place with 108.12 points, while France's Kevin Aymoz rounds out the top three with 104.78. The gap between Chen and the field demonstrates his continued evolution as a skater, even as he approaches the later stages of his competitive career.

With the free skate still to come, Chen has put himself in an commanding position to claim his fourth world title. His world record performance serves as a statement that despite being 27 years old, he remains at the peak of his powers and hungry for more championships. The figure skating world will be watching closely to see if he can maintain this extraordinary level in the free skate and cement his legacy as one of the greatest male figure skaters in history.