Mikhail Shaidorov: “After my performance, I didn’t think I would win a medal. But what mattered most to me was showing how much figure skating has developed in Kazakhstan and how far I’ve come myself.”
Mikhail Shaidorov reflects on his emotional journey to Olympic gold in the men’s figure skating competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.
original source: Sport24 dd. 14th February 2026 by Konstantin Lesik
Mikhail Shaidorov reflects on his emotional journey to Olympic gold in the men’s figure skating competition at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Here’s a translation.
“It’s an incredible feeling. I’ve been working toward this goal since childhood. I gave it my all, and it seems that fate has rewarded me. I sincerely cheered for all the athletes, my competitors. I wish them all to become the best version of themselves. The support I felt was immense. This moment was unforgettable. I planned five quad jumps in my program to show everything I’ve achieved over the years. A huge rachmet [thank you] to everyone.”
Shaidorov went on to add, “After my performance, I didn’t think I would win a medal. But what mattered most to me was showing how much figure skating has developed in Kazakhstan and how far I’ve come myself,” said Shaidorov.
Related topics: Mikhail Shaidorov, Olympic Games
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