Daniil Gleikhengauz: “It was disappointing. As a coach, you go through this entire journey alongside the athlete, anticipating these pivotal events. But we knew ahead of time that I wouldn’t be going, and we discussed this openly with Adeliia.”
Daniil Gleikhengauz Reflects on Being Denied Access to Olympic Qualification Event original source: OKKO [...]
Eteri Tutberidze: “Adeliia was filled with doubt, saying, ‘I’m not ready. I can’t go in this condition.’ We told her, ‘Are you planning to give up your place to the alternate? You will regret this for the rest of your life.’”
Eteri Tutberidze on Adeliia Petrosian’s Journey to Olympic Qualification original source: OKKO photo Daria [...]
Chaeyeon Kim: “I’ve prepared for Nepela Trophy as an opportunity to showcase my programs. In the short program, I’ll be performing a step sequence set to powerful music. I hope everyone focuses on that element.”
Chaeyeon Kim Prepares for 2025 Nepela Memorial Trophy and Olympic Season original source: mfocus.kr dd. September [...]
Shun Sato: “At Lombardia, my free program went well, and here, I was able to deliver a solid short program. My goal now is to combine the best elements of both and aim for a clean performance right from the first Grand Prix event.”
Shun Sato Wins Tokyo Championships, Eyes Grand Prix Series and Olympic Qualification original source: Hochi News [...]
“To my coaching team…This season didn’t start the way I envisioned it, but the result was achieved – we made it happen again. So now, it’s simply time to keep working hard!”
Adeliia Petrosian Shares Gratitude After Olympic Qualification in Beijing original source: Instagram [...]
Georgii Reshtenko: “As for the person who finished 5th and earned the Olympic spot…I don’t even want to comment. If the judges think he deserved it more and that that’s the kind of figure skating they want to see – then what can I say?”
Georgii Reshtenko Reflects on Olympic Qualification Results and Judging Decisions original source: [...]
“This competition brought more pressure and tension than any other I’ve competed in. The short program was nerve-wracking to the point that I barely remember it.” Hyungyeom Kim on securing second Olympic sport for Korea
Hyungyeom Kim Secures Silver Medal and Olympic Spot at Beijing Qualifiers original source: mfocus.kr dd. Septeber [...]
Rion Sumiyoshi: “Going to the Olympics is my number one goal. I see the Grand Prix Final as one of the steps toward that goal, so I want to tackle each step one by one.”
Rion Sumiyoshi Wins Tokyo Championships, Eyes Olympic Debut original source: Hochi News dd. September 20th, [...]
“We chatted briefly, and she hugged and kissed me. I could feel her presence with me the whole time. Because of that, everything went smoothly.” Adeliia Petrosian about support she felt from her coach Eteri Tutberidze
Adeliia Petrosian Reflects on Emotions During Olympic Qualification Victory original source: Sports photo RIA [...]
“Life isn’t always easy. I see my skating career, with all its ups and downs, reflected in this song.” Sota Yamamoto on his FP to “Hallelujah,” recovery from injury and Olympic goals
Sota Yamamoto Triumphs at Chubu Championships, Reflects on Injury Recovery and Olympic Goals original source: [...]
Evgenia Medvedeva: “Adeliia, congratulations on making it to the Olympics! You are so incredibly talented! To the ISU and IOC, I wish for one thing – finally embrace common sense and end the unjust restrictions on our athletes.”
Evgenia Medvedeva Congratulates Adeliia Petrosian Following Olympic Qualification original source: Telegram dd. [...]
“I was so nervous that I couldn’t even eat properly.” “I was constantly battling feelings of fear throughout the event.” Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi on securing Japan’s historic second Olympic pair spot
Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi Reflect on Securing Japan’s Second Olympic Pair Spot original source: [...]
“She managed to overcome this pressure. It was her first time stepping onto the ice without her coach, and this was the most critical moment of her career so far.” Daniil Gleikhengauz on Adeliia Petrosian’s performance at the Olympic qualifier
Daniil Gleikhengauz Reflects on Adeliia Petrosian’s Performance and Victory at the Olympic Qualifiers in [...]
“I’m incredibly proud and happy. It’s the first time I’ve experienced this level of pressure because it was my last chance, and I’ve never had to face that before.” Loena Hendrickx on securing second Olympic spot for Belgium
Loena Hendrickx Shines Again: Secures Olympic Spot After Ankle Surgery original source: Sporza dd. September 20th [...]
Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi: “Mistakes are part of skating, but we’re in a good position with the score we earned. We’ll channel everything we’ve got into our performance and claim the spot we’re aiming for.
Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi Reflect on Short Program Performance and Prepare for Free Skate in Olympic [...]
Loena Hendrickx: “I know I can do better, but I’ve enjoyed every moment out there to the fullest.”
Loena Hendrickx Starts Strong at the Chinese Olympic Qualification Event original source: Sporza dd. September 19th [...]
Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin: “Figure skating is very expensive, especially when you’re no longer supported by Russia’s federation. To afford our dream, we spent half a year coaching and performing in ice shows.”
Karina Akopova and Nikita Rakhmanin: Transitioning to the Armenian Team and Chasing Olympic Dreams original source: [...]
“We want to deliver a performance worthy of the Olympic stage, and our focus is higher than ever.” Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi are aiming to secure a second Olympic spot for Japan
Yuna Nagaoka and Sumitada Moriguchi are aiming to secure a second spot for Japan in the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter [...]
“She’s simply the best – she still has that incredible talent and radiant presence on the ice. The only question is: how much does her recovery allow her to showcase that now?” Belgian commentator Inge Van Meensel on Loena Hendrickx
Loena Hendrickx eyes last chance for Olympic Qualification original source: Sporza dd. September 18th 2025 [...]
Utana Yoshida and Masaya Morita: “We’ve worked all this time to secure an Olympic spot. Of course, we want results, but we also want to enjoy the experience.”
Utana Yoshida and Masaya Morita begin Olympic Qualifier with confidence original source: Nikkansports, September [...]
The possibility of replacing Petrosian with Gorbacheva had been considered by the FFKKR up until the last moment. Petrosian’s quad jumps are reportedly not yet consistent.
Alina Gorbacheva travels to Beijing as reserve for Olympic Qualifiers original source: Sport24 / Instagram / [...]
Eteri Tutberidze attends Olympic qualifying event representing the Georgian team (TASS)
Eteri Tutberidze attends Olympic Qualifiers in Beijing as a Georgian team coach original source: RSport / [...]
Yuma Kagiyama: “It meant a lot to be able to showcase Turandot on an Italian stage. I felt the audience’s positive reactions. But I know I can do more. I had the sense that I could excite the crowd even more.”
Yuma Kagiyama reflects on Lombardia Trophy and updates ankle injury original source: Nikkansports, September 15th, [...]
Yuma Kagiyama to compete at Lombardia Trophy despite left ankle pain: “I’m not at a stage where I’m paying attention to the other skaters yet. I’ll take it one step at a time, clearing the immediate challenges and goals without rushing.”
Yuma Kagiyama to compete at Lombardia Trophy despite left ankle pain original source: Nikkansports, September 12th, [...]