Nathan Chen of the U.S. celebrates after winning the gold in men’s singles figure skating at the Beijing Winter Olympics on Thursday. Photo: VCG

Nathan Chen performs during the final. Photo: VCG

Japan’s two-time Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu placed fourth after failing to land a quadruple axel, considered the most difficult jump in figure skating. Photo: VCG

Hanyu scored a total of 283.21 points for his performance. Photo: VCG

Hanyu performs during the final. Photo: VCG

Jin Boyang of China finished ninth overall with 270.43 points. Photo: VCG

Spectators watch the event in face masks Thursday at Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing. Photo: VCG