Mao Asada: “I was focused on winning. But now I realize it’s not just about that. The Olympics were very frustrating but there were people around me who said, ‘It’s not about the result, it’s about emotions,’ which was more than a relief.”
Mao Asada about her upcoming show and Olympic experiences. origianl source: Nikkansports dd. 24th April 2024 by [...]
Gabriella Papadakis: “There is a way to compete and be successful in healthy and sustainable ways. I just didn’t know about it when I was competing.”
Gabriella Papadakis about her new definition of success and happiness, friendship in sport and [...]
Anton Sikharulidze: “It’s important for foreign athletes to be able to compete with our skaters, to see what real skating looks like.”
Anton Sikharulidze, acting head of the Russian Figure Skating Federation, about the importance of Russians returning [...]
Adam Siao Him Fa: “When I heard that backflip was just a two-point deduction, I thought, ‘Then, I’ll do it.’ Figure skating is a rare sport that combines athleticism and artistry. I want to try more various possibilities”
Adam Siao Him Fa about including a backflip into his competitive programs. original source: number.bunshun.jp [...]
“If you turned away from your bottle of water even for five seconds, that’s it, you’re never drinking from that bottle again.” Evgenia Medvedeva about precautionary measures at competitions
Evgenia Medvedeva about precautionary measures at competitions. original source: “Katok” show View [...]
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara: “When we just started skating together our communication was always formal, all the time. But, I think the wall has been gradually disappearing.”
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara about changes in themselves as a pair, ice shows and documentary about them. original [...]
“It’s an understandable desire of Russian media to see him as a Russian athlete. On the other hand, he’s Russian anyway. Yes, he was born in America, but his roots are here. His mentality, of course, is already American.” Ilia Malinin’s grandfather
Ilia Malinin's grandfather, Valeri Malinin about Ilia's character, World Championships and quintuple [...]
Evgenia Medvedeva: “I got told a million times that I don’t have a waist. But my ribs, damn, are like this, what can I do. The main things are weight and results.”
Evgenia Medvedeva about about weight issues in sports. original source: "Katok" show, text version Championat [...]
Georgi Kunitsa: “This was our first season together and Alena’s first season in pair skating. It’d have been silly to think that everything would go smoothly and easily. We wanted more, but it’s okay.”
Translation of the interview with Georgi Kunitsa, Alena Kostornaia's husband and skating partner. original source: [...]
Alexei Zheleznyakov: “There are crazy trainings loads at the Tutberidze group, so it was quite challenging for Daniel Grassl. He encountered a completely different work pace.”
Alexei Zheleznyakov about his work with Daniel Grassl. original source: Metaratings View this post on [...]
“If sport is only about fulfilling parents’ ambitions, a heavy and unpleasant obligation, then it leaves wounds in the child’s soul, which need to be dealt with even in adulthood.” Anna Levandi on Estonian Skating Union issuing her a warning
The Estonian Skating Union decided to issue a warning to figure skating coach Anna Levandi in response to the [...]
Yuma Kagiyama: “I think Malinin will raise his level in various areas next season, so I have to make a tremendous effort to catch up even a little.”
Yuma Kagiyama about past season and competing with Ilia Malinin. original source: Nikkansports / Hochi News [...]
“Does it look like someone made a big mistake? It seems so.” Tatiana Tarasova in Valieva’s doping case
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the doping case of Kamila Valieva. original source: Nadezhda Strelets youtube [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “I want to make next season a season that will lead to the Olympics, rather than a four-peat.”
Kaori Sakamoto about this season and plans for the next one. original source: Nikkansports / Hochi News [...]
Georgian ice dance duo Maria Kazakova and Georgy Reviya has split up. Maria is looking for a new partner
Georgian ice dance duo Maria Kazakova and Georgy Reviya have split up. original source: Instagram View [...]
“There was no one better than Zagitova. There’s no better now.” Tatiana Tarasova on the rivalry between Medvedeva and Zagitova
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the rivalry between Medvedeva and Zagitova. original source: Nadezhda Strelets [...]
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara: “It was a very tough season. But even in that situation, we were able to support each other and move forward.”
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara about this season and support of each other. original source: sportiva.shueisha.co.jp [...]
“Such “neighborhood” concerns. This decision was not coordinated or discussed with us in any way.” Ukrainian ice dancers on former Russian skaters Davis/Smolkin joining the IAM Academy.
Ukrainian ice dancers and Federation of Figure Skating commented on former Russian skaters Davis/Smolkin joining the [...]
“Through the experiences this season, and having made my Olympic dream come true, I realized that I truly felt I had given my all in my competitive career.” Misato Komatsubara announced her retirement
Misato Komatsubara and Tim Koleto announced ending of their partnership. original source: Nikkansport [...]
“I self-analyzed what I lack in the skating and expressiveness.” Mao Shimada shared how ice show will help her to improve artistically, aiming for three consecutive titles at Junior Worlds
Mao Shimada and Mone Chiba about their participation in the "Bloom on Ice" show. original source: Nikkansport [...]
“Lena is close in ‘skating’ to Alena. Who, if not her? Besides, Alena Kostornaia is an idol, a benchmark for her.” Kostornaia choreographed a program for Elena Kostyleva
Alena Kostornaia choreographed a program for young skater Elena Kostyleva. original source: TASS / MatchTV [...]
“There is a technique that is like a dream.” Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara aims to learn new elements for the next season.
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara aims to learn new techniques for the next season. original source: Nikkansports [...]
Mikhail Kolyada will be coaching in Pangqing Tongjian academy in China
Mikhail Kolyada will be coaching in China. original source: Pangqing Tongjian page / sports.ru View this [...]
“Are you keeping track of every piece of shit? I don’t remember her as a girl who could defend the honor of our Motherland.” Tarasova on Maria Talalaikina ending her sports career
Translation of Tatiana Tarasova's comment about Maria Talalaikina ending her sports career. original source: [...]