Ilia Malinin: “Strangely enough, I was very nervous before going out on the ice – that doesn’t happen to me often. I had to rely on muscle memory and experience.”
Ilia Malinin Wins Grand Prix France Amid Challenges original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva View [...]
“I’m feeling more positive about this result than ever before. Each year, my scores are gradually improving, and the level of competition keeps rising too.” Rion Sumiyoshi on winning bronze at the Grand Prix for the fourth year in a row
Rion Sumiyoshi Claims Fourth Consecutive Bronze at Grand Prix France original source: Nikkansports, October 18th, [...]
“It was classified as a fall, but it didn’t necessarily have to be since he didn’t place his hand on the ice. But the judges have been strict with everyone.” Annick Dumont, a national coach on Cizeron and Fournier Beaudry’s rhythm dance
Cizeron and Fournier Beaudry Debut Rhythm Dance Program at Internationaux de France original source: franceinfo.fe [...]
Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Fournier Beaudry: “Today, we felt the magic of why we came back – the incredible feeling of stepping onto the ice and being able to connect with the audience. We’ve missed that so much.”
Cizeron and Fournier Beaudry Evaluate Their Rhythm Dance at the Grand Prix de France original source: Sports by [...]
Ilia Malinin: “My short program is about the journey of a warrior striving for greatness. I deeply connect with it because it feels similar to my journey in figure skating, with all its struggles and setbacks.”
Ilia Malinin Discusses His Short Program and Quad Axel Aspirations original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva [...]
Isabeau Levito: “We intentionally created a program that resembles last year’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s. We chose a piece associated with Sophia Loren: she’s an iconic Italian diva, and after all, the Olympics will be held in Milan.”
Isabeau Levito on Changes in Her Skating and Her Love for the Grand Prix de France original source: Sports by Maya [...]
Ami Nakai: “I want to perform the perfect triple axel. My inspiration for this is Wakaba Higuchi’s triple axel it’s the standard I strive for.”
Ami Nakai Surprised by Her Short Program Score at the Grand Prix de France original source: Sports by Maya [...]
“Rinka said, ‘I know Ami will perform well, so hold your head high.’ Thanks to the fun and lighthearted atmosphere leading up to this moment, I’m more excited than nervous,” Ami Nakai on her Grand Prix debut
Ami Nakai expresses gratitude for mentorship and confidence as she prepares for her senior Grand Prix debut, aiming to [...]
Rion Sumiyoshi: “Not just bronze anymore – bronze, bronze, bronze…I want to aim for gold.”
Rion Sumiyoshi aims for a higher podium finish at the Grand Prix Series in France and setting her sights on future [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “My main concern is overcoming the challenge of earning higher scores in European competitions.”
Kaori Sakamoto prepares for her final Grand Prix series, focusing on delivering a flawless performance and building [...]
Luka Berulava: “I’ve always dreamed of Georgia hosting a major event. I’ve never prepared for any competition the way I did for this one. I practically lived at the gym – honestly, it felt like I was getting ready for a wedding, I swear.”
Metelkina and Berulava on the Thrill of Competing in Their Home Country original source: Sports by Maya [...]
Mao Shimada: “I absolutely wanted to compete in the Final in my home country, so I’m incredibly happy.”
Mao Shimada Reflects on Securing Spot in the Junior Grand Prix Final original source: Nikkansports, October 12th, [...]
Donovan Carrillo: “I’m so happy to have made it to the Olympics for the second time. Waiting for my scores felt longer than the skate itself – ha-ha!”
Donovan Carrillo's Interview: Olympic Aspirations, Russian Coaches, and Beijing Success original source: Sport24 [...]
Adeliia Petrosian: “When you’re in such despair, you don’t listen to advice. But now I understand that if I hadn’t competed in the qualifier and hadn’t secured the spot, it would’ve been a terrible mistake.”
Adeliia Petrosian on Overcoming Doubts and Her Olympic Programs original source: Championat / MatchTV [...]
Petr Gumennik: “Returning to the international stage after four years was a dream come true.”
Petr Gumennik Prepares for Five Quad Jumps and Reflects on Olympic Qualification Victory original source: Sport24 / [...]
Jia Shin: “It’s been a while since I felt such a high level of nervousness during a competition.”
Jia Shin Claims Bronze at Nebelhorn Trophy With Season-Best Performance original source: mfocus.kr dd. Septeber [...]
Amber Glenn: “This season does feel special – there’s already a lot of tension in the air. I’m trying not to think too much about the Olympics. I prefer to treat it as a nice potential bonus for the season – a great new experience if it happens.”
Amber Glenn Reflects on Spasms During Her Victory at the Nebelhorn Trophy original source: Sports by Maya [...]
Minerva Fabienne Hase and Nikita Volodin: “As always, Benoit created a program with a story. Out FP beautifully illustrates our real-life story as a pair. I feel like we’ve saved each other and found new meaning together.”
Hase and Volodin Reflect on Their Nebelhorn Trophy Victory original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva [...]
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara: “Honestly, we hadn’t put as much focus on the second half of the program yet. But it’s encouraging that we surpassed 140 points in the free skate.”
Miura and Kihara Finish Second in Nebelhorn Trophy After Narrow Loss to German Pair original source: Nikkansports, [...]
Amber Glenn: “We were lucky enough to go to New York, where I trained directly with one of Madonna’s dancers. She taught me movements and tricks unique to Madonna’s style, which I loved.”
Amber Glenn Discusses New Program and Triple Axel Performance original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva [...]
Minerva Fabienne Hase and Nikita Volodin: “Katarina Witt helped us pay for our costumes this season. The German federation doesn’t cover costume expenses, so we had to figure it out on our own. We’re incredibly grateful to her for her support.”
Minerva Fabienne Hase and Nikita Volodin on Their Programs and Support from Katarina Witt original source: Sports [...]
Eteri Tutberidze: “This is mentally challenging, but Petrosian must restore ultra-C elements to be able to contend at the Olympics, where the competition will be significantly tougher.”
Eteri Tutberidze Discusses Adeliia Petrosian's Qualification and Path to the Olympics original source: OKKO / [...]
Anastasiia Gubanova: “I don’t want to make any promises, but most likely, this will be my last season in the sport.”
Anastasiia Gubanova on Olympic Qualification, New Programs, and Future Dreams original source: Sport24 dd. [...]
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara: “Last year, we pushed ourselves too hard mentally, wanting to surpass our silver-medal from 2024. This year, we’re approaching things more calmly, knowing that one imperfect performance won’t undo the progress we’ve made.”
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara Begin Olympic Season With Victory at Kinoshita Group Trophy original source: [...]