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“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 [...]

“I want to face challenges head-on, like a strong and powerful woman. That’s the image I aim to portray through this program.” Hana Yoshida about skating to “Kill Bill”

Posted on 2025-06-19 • No comments yet

Hana Yoshida reveals her new short program ahead of the Milano-Cortina Olympic season. original source: [...]

Mao Shimada: “Even though I can’t compete in the upcoming Olympics, I want to push forward this season with performances that reflect who I am – bold and fearless.”

Posted on 2025-06-18 • No comments yet

Mao Shimada unveils new programs ahead of her final junior season. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. June 18th [...]

Mone Chiba: “The SP has elements of Japanese traditional dance and the beauty of antiquity. As for the FS skate, I feel that the classical music fits well with my skating style.”

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Mone Chiba unveils new Programs for the Olympic season. original source: Nikkansports dd. June 14th 2025 [...]

Rumors of romance spark as Russian skaters Petr Gumennik and Elizaveta Tuktamysheva attend retraining camp in California

Posted on 2025-06-15 • No comments yet
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Petr Gumennik and Elizaveta Tuktamysheva spotted at the training camp in California amid lingering romance [...]

“Finally, I can fully concentrate on my activities as an elite athlete.” Nina Pinzarrone received a full-time top-sport contract

Posted on 2025-06-13 • No comments yet

Sport Vlaanderen finalizes Top-Sport Contracts ahead of 2024 Winter Olympics; Nina Pinzarrone secures full-time [...]

“I am stepping into a new chapter as a coach.” Mao Asada embarks on coaching career with launch of “Mao Academy”

Posted on 2025-06-12 • No comments yet

Mao Asada embarks on coaching career with launch of "Mao Academy" original source: Nikkansports dd. June 12th [...]

“One day before leaving to train in Germany, we had to cancel it, because the ice do be too full. After the 2 serious accidents this season, I’m extra cautious about where I train.” Kimmy Repond about training challenges

Posted on 2025-06-09 • 1 comment

Kimmy Repond opens up about training challenges following the closure of her home ice rink. original source: [...]

Comeback to competitive skating? Wenjing Sui and Cong Han profile as a competitive pair has now reappeared on the ISU’s official website

Posted on 2025-06-06 • No comments yet

Olympic Champions Wenjing Sui and Cong Han officially listed as a pair on ISU website, signaling their return to [...]

Russian pair skaters and ice dancers did not appeal neutral status denials to CAS

Posted on 2025-06-05 • No comments yet

Russian figure skaters choose not to appeal neutral status denials to CAS. original source: Sport Express [...]

“Miracles won’t happen without hard work. Achieving a fourth consecutive World Junior title would be a miracle, so that’s what I’m aiming for.” Mao Shimada to skate to YOSHIKI’s “Miracle”

Posted on 2025-05-30 • No comments yet

Mao Shimada to skate to YOSHIKI's "Miracle" in her final junior season. original source: Nikkansports dd. May 30th [...]

The ISU Council will review Veronika Zhilina’s transfer to Azerbaijan on July 4–5

Posted on 2025-05-28 • No comments yet

ISU Council to review Veronika Zhilina’s transfer to Azerbaijan. original source: RSport / Telegram [...]

ISU declined to comment on Stepanova and Bukin’s appeal to the IOC as well as on participation of Russian coaches in the Olympic qualification

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ISU declines to comment on Stepanova and Bukin’s appeal to the IOC. original source: RSport / TASS photo [...]

ISU: “There is absolutely no chance that Russian pairs and ice dance duos will participate in the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan.”

Posted on 2025-05-25 • 2 comments

ISU confirms no chances for Russian pairs and ice dance duos to participate in the 2026 Milan Olympics. original [...]