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“19 is the perfect age to experiment, try new things, learn, and gain experiences.” Daria Usacheva begins coaching career in China

Posted on 2025-07-30 • No comments yet

Daria Usacheva begins coaching career in China original source: MatchTV View this post on Instagram [...]

Vaitsekhovskaya on Arutyunyan no longer listed as Malinin’s coach: “Only two coaches can accompany a skater at the Olympics. It seems Tatiana Malinina wants to witness her son’s victory in person, not on TV.”

Posted on 2025-07-24 • No comments yet

Why Rafael Arutyunyan’s name may have disappeared from Ilia Malinin’s coaching team profile. Original source: [...]

Rinka Watanabe brings back her “Roxanne’s Tango” SP, she felt the dynamic nature of the piece matched her skating style better

Posted on 2025-07-21 • No comments yet

Rinka Watanabe overcomes unexpected challenges in her first competition of the season - Minato Aqlus Cup. original [...]

“After thorough consideration, including an analysis of the submitted documentation, the ISU Council decided to decline the application.” ISU on the decision to decline Veronika Zhilina’s application to switch national teams

Posted on 2025-07-18 • No comments yet

ISU explains decision on Veronika Zhilina's application to switch national teams. original source: MatchTV photo [...]

Jia Shin has officially left the Toronto Club and returned to Korea to continue her preparation for her senior debut season

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Jia Shin returns to train in Korea after time at Toronto Cricket Club. original source: Toronto Cricket Club [...]

Jia Shin: “I’ve always loved Chopin’s ‘Nocturne No. 20.’ I’ve wanted to use this piece during my career, and now I finally get to showcase it in my senior debut season.”

Posted on 2025-07-16 • No comments yet
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Jia Shin announces her programs for 2025/2026 season. original source: mfocus.kr dd. July 15th 2025 by Park [...]

Veronika Zhilina: “I’m very disappointed; this was a dream I lived for and prepared for. This marks the third season I’ve had to sit out. I think everyone can understand how mentally challenging that is for any athlete.”

Posted on 2025-07-15 • No comments yet

Veronika Zhilina speaks out following denial of sports citizenship transfer to Azerbaijan original source: [...]

“The stakes are higher, and my determination is stronger than ever. Competing at the Olympics has been my dream since I was young, and I’m determined to achieve great results.” Chaeyeon Kim reveals her Olympic season programs

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Chaeyeon Kim announces her programs for 2025/2026 season. original source: mfocus.kr dd. July 15th 2025 by Park [...]

The ISU Council has denied Veronika Zhilina’s application for Azerbaijani sports citizenship

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ISU Council denies Russian skater Veronika Zhilina's request for transfer to Azerbaijan original source: Rsport [...]

“It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that we have made the decision to end our partnership.” Japanese ice dancers Azusa Tanaka and Shingo Nishiyama announce partnership split

Posted on 2025-07-11 • 1 comment

Japanese ice dancers Azusa Tanaka and Shingo Nishiyama announce partnership split; Tanaka retires from competitive [...]

Rika Kihira resumes training with Brian Orser and Tracy Wilson

Posted on 2025-07-09 • 1 comment

Rika Kihira shares latest jump video as she aims for full recovery original source: Instagram View this [...]

Yuna Aoki: “Now, rather than chasing results, I really want to create meaningful programs and deliver them to the audience.”

Posted on 2025-07-08 • No comments yet

Yuna Aoki debuts new free skate to "La La Land" at Aqua Cup original source: Nikkansports dd. July 7th 2025 by [...]

“‘Cinderella’ was a program I really loved, so not being able to skate to it is very disappointing.” Ami Nakai on not being able to reuse her FP from the previous season due to copyright issues

Posted on 2025-07-07 • No comments yet

Ami Nakai overcomes challenges in pursuit of Milano-Cortina Olympics original source: Nikkansports dd. July 5th [...]

“I’m probably a total masochist!” and “To show skating that truly feels like me, I knew I needed his touch.” Kaori Sakamoto about working with Benoit Richaud for her final competitive season

Posted on 2025-07-05 • 2 comments

Kaori Sakamoto reunites with Benoit Richaud for her final competitive season. original source: Nikkansports dd. [...]

“A program that incorporates the renowned music celebrating “the certainty of victory” Yuma Kagiyama will skate to “Turandot” with hope to recreate Arakawa’s golden moment

Posted on 2025-07-04 • No comments yet

Yuma Kagiyama chooses "Turandot" for his free skate in Milano-Cortina Olympics original source: Nikkansports dd. [...]

“We’re building a flamenco-contemporary piece full of power, emotion, and precision.” Madison Chock and Evan Bates collaborate with Antonio Najarro on their Olympic free dance.

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Madison Chock and Evan Bates collaborate on Spanish-Inspired Olympic program. original source: Instagram [...]

Yuka Orihara: “We thought our last two programs were the pinnacle, but we were wrong – this year’s programs will be even more fun!”

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Yuka Orihara discusses social media, her journey in Finland, and preparations for the Olympic season. original [...]

“Of course, when we won the Olympics, it must have been very upsetting for her. At that moment, our friendship completely ended – at least on her side.” Tatiana Volosozhar on her relationship with Aliona Savchenko

Posted on 2025-07-03 • 4 comments

Tatiana Volosozhar opens up about her relationship with Aliona Savchenko original source: Channel 1 photo [...]

“As a top athlete, it was tough to sit out and miss the chance to secure an Olympic spot at Worlds. But I’m glad I made the decision to undergo surgery. Otherwise, I’d still be stuck with fears and unable to take a step forward.”

Posted on 2025-07-02 • No comments yet

Loena Hendrickx reflects on her recovery and prepares for Olympic qualification. original source: Sporza dd. July [...]

“I hope that “almost” will turn into “very good” very soon!” Niina Petrokina worked with Mark Pillay on her new short program

Posted on 2025-07-01 • No comments yet

European Champion Niina Petrokina prepares new short program with Mark Pillay original source: Instagram [...]

“I wanted to skate to classical music, and I was looking for a piece that hasn’t been performed much recently.” Shun Sato about skating to “Firebird”

Posted on 2025-06-30 • 1 comment

Shun Sato unveils new free skate "Firebird" at "Dream on Ice" show original source: Nikkansports dd. June 28th [...]

Yuma Kagiyama: “I want to win gold medals in both the team and individual events at the Milano Olympics.”

Posted on 2025-06-28 • No comments yet

Yuma Kagiyama about new programs for Milano-Cortina Olympic season original source: Nikkansports dd. June 27th 2025 [...]

“It resonated deeply with me – it felt just right for closing out my skating career. The program is both fitting and meaningful.” Wakaba Higuchi about skating to “My Way” in her last competitive season

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Wakaba Higuchi announces retirement after the Milano-Cortina Olympic season. original source: Nikkansports dd. June [...]

“It feels right to conclude my career at 26.” Kaori Sakamoto announces retirement at the end of the Olympic season

Posted on 2025-06-20 • No comments yet

Kaori Sakamoto announces retirement at the end of the Milano-Cortina Olympic season. original source: Nikkansports [...]