Russian test skates 2016 pairs free program [video]
I think almost all already have seen it, but I think it’ll be convenient to have all videos in one place. I also want to shere my opinion about new programs.
Natalia Zabijako and Alexander Enbert
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYfafsB4x4M
They left pretty good impression. Nice program, but I wish they’ve add some more speed and power into their skating. Actually, now I have no questions why they got a GP assignment.
Kristina Astakhova and Alexei Rogonov
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqMUwIotFoI
Well, I liked their last season’s Doll program a lot. But I’m sure that almost all sequel is not as good as original movie. I think there is a same story with programs. Even the most sucessful programs should stay in the past and pair should move forward. Kristina and Alexei are very talanted, good artists, so they can try something new. I liked the part from Mozart rock opera, I wish someone took it for the whole program. They tried side by side triple loop – at this stage of the season this element looks risky(
Yuko Kavaguti and Alexander Smirnov
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHk6WlEZXKI
One of my favorite their programs. Such a beauty. So, for me it doesn’t matter that they skate it for the third season. But who knows, how judges will take it. Of course such magnificent program should be skated clean……it’s really hard to watch how Yuko falls over and over again(
Evgenia Tarasova and Vladinir Morozov
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnEIECBgDjw
Eventually, Evgenia and Vladimir tried new choreographers and forgot about their boring lyrical style. Yes, this program is not a masterpiece, but it allows them to show some confidence, to highlight their really good and qualitative elements! And they are in amazing shape. With Volosozhar and Trankov missing the season, Zhenya and Vova have all chances to be a confident number two in Russian team. Just please, don’t sew another set of tasteless costumes! That will ruin all the progress in your image!
pair’s short program form Russian test skates 2016 is here
video from anemon101 youtube chanel
Related topics: Evgenia Tarasova Vladimir Morozov, Kristina Astakhova Alexei Rogonov, Natalia Zabijako Alexander Enbert, pairs, Team Russia, Yuko Kavaguti Alexander Smirnov
I feel bad when Yuko falls. She’s so talented and the program deserves a clean skate!
Tarasova and Morozov look really good. But I don’t think they can catch Stolbova and Klimov.