Weir defends men's crown

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Johnny Weir skated with the poised confidence of the defending champion, earning five 6.0s for presentation to win the men's U.S. Figure Skating title on Saturday.

Weir demonstrated a full range of triple jumps, although he likely will need a quad to medal at worlds.

Timothy Goebel, who led after an emotional short program, finished second. Evan Lysacek was third.

Michelle Kwan, 24, won her ninth title at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships on Saturday night, tying Maribel Vinson for the all-time record. She earned four more 6.0s, giving her 42 at nationals.

Sasha Cohen finished second after botching two jumps. Kimmie Meissner finished third after completing the first triple axel by a U.S. woman since Tonya Harding.