Yuma Kagiyama: “At the start of the season, I decided to prioritize program quality over difficulty. From my experiences so far, I’ve learned that the best way to achieve goals and dreams is to move forward steadily, one step at a time.”
"Step-by-Step": Yuma Kagiyama Reflects on His Journey and Prepares for the Grand Prix Series original source: [...]
Meagan Duhamel: “I think allowing Russian skaters to participate was the right decision. The ISU developed solid criteria, and they created a precedent by sticking to it. They chose Russian athletes who met the criteria, and I believe it was fair.”
Meagan Duhamel Reflects on Russian Skaters’ Role in International Figure Skating original source: RSport / Vse [...]
Anastasiia Mishina and Aleksandr Galliamov: “We decided to keep La Traviata even after realizing we wouldn’t be going to the Olympics. The music is festive, even though we’re excluded from competitions, we’re still celebrating – we’re still skating.”
Anastasiia Mishina and Aleksandr Galliamov Discuss Recovery, Performance, and Missing the Olympics original source: [...]
Mai Mihara: “After difficult seasons in recent years, I wanted to enjoy skating and embrace being on the ice again.”
Mai Mihara Reflects on a Challenging but Promising Performance at the Kinki Championships original source: [...]
Tamara Moskvina: “No one is sitting around waiting for Russian athletes to return. I see how skaters and coaches from other countries are working hard to reach our level – and some comparisons are justified now.”
Tamara Moskvina on Navigating Challenges in Skating and Preparing for a New Season original source: RT dd. by Elena [...]
Kazuki Tomono: “I dreamed of breaking my skate’s hook and being laughed at during the competition. I’m happy that I’m having nightmares this early in the season because it means I’m preparing.”
Kazuki Tomono Shines at Kinki Championships as He Focuses on Olympic Dreams original source: Nikkansports, October [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “A tournament was held in Kazakhstan in memory of Denis Ten, and he is truly deserving of such a tribute because the entire world loved him. Denis was a very talented young man, a kind and intelligent individual.
Tatiana Tarasova Reflects on Her Visit to the Denis Ten Memorial Tournament original source: Sport24 dd. October [...]
Daniil Gleikhengauz: “Of course, as a coach, I personally wanted to be present at international events because I miss them deeply.”
Daniil Gleikhengauz Reflects on Missing the Olympic Qualification Tournament original source: TASS photo RIA [...]
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva: “I love seeing athletes who skate with soul. Probably only in my recent competitive seasons have I really understood how to put my soul into the program.”
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva: Artistry, Performance, and the Evolution of Figure Skating original source: Sports [...]
“From the choreography stage, I had a feeling this was going to become something truly amazing.” Yuma Kagiyama on his free program to “Turandot”
Yuma Kagiyama’s "Turandot": A Bold New Take for the Olympic Season original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. October [...]
Mao Shimada: “I want to achieve miracles in many ways. I hope to deliver a performance that creates miracles in harmony with the music. But being able to approach each competition in peak condition is also a kind of miracle.”
Junior World Champion Mao Shimada Aims to Create "Miracles" on Ice original source: Tokyo Sports, October 1st [...]
Alexandra Trusova: “I’ve never had a psychologist. I know exactly what problems held me back in sport. Maybe I should have worked with one, but I didn’t.”
Alexandra Trusova: On Mental Health, Motherhood, and Future Goals original source: MathTV / MatchTV View [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “As the end draws closer with every moment, I want to perform in a way that I can say I gave everything in every competition. I want each performance to feel like I left it all on the ice.”
Kaori Sakamoto Reflects on Final Competitive Season Ahead of Milan-Cortina Olympics original source: Hochi News dd. [...]
Daria Usacheva: “I haven’t completely forgotten about the injury. Sometimes I feel a sharp pain, like a needle piercing through a ligament, and I’ll bend over for a moment in pain. But then it passes.”
Interview with Daria Usacheva about her decision to retire from competitive skating due to injury, and her transition [...]
Rion Sumiyoshi: “The feeling for quads is getting better and better. I feel like I can land them this season, and my goal is to succeed with them during the Grand Prix events.”
Rion Sumiyoshi Prepares for Olympic Debut with Quad Jumps and Improved Stability original source: news.yahoo.co.jp [...]
Adeliia Petrosian: “I’ve tried working on my quads again after the injury. I’ve landed the toe loop, but it’s still unstable, difficult, and uncomfortable for now.”
Adeliia Petrosyan on Training Quads, Plans for the Season, and Ignoring Online Comments original source: Championat [...]
Yuma Kagiyama: “To achieve goals and dreams, the most effective path is steady progress. I’ve learned from experience that by tackling tasks one step at a time, you can carve out a clear path, all the way to Milan.”
Yuma Kagiyama Reflects on Achievements and Prepares for Olympic Season original source: Nikkansports, October 1st, [...]
Maiia Khromykh: “Of course, there are lingering effects from the injuries. Unfortunately, that’s unavoidable. Most athletes deal with this. Sports don’t heal – it breaks you.”
Maiia Khromykh on Coaching and Living with Injuries original source: Telegram Team Maya Khromykh Official [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “Adeliia Petrosian didn’t attempt quad jumps during the qualifiers, but it’s obvious she’ll be landing them at the Olympics. I need to prepare myself mentally for what’s to come.”
Kaori Sakamoto Aims for Her Best in Final Competitive Season Before Retirement original source: Nikkansports, [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “People don’t leave Tutberidze – she’s an excellent coach. What happened? Didn’t she take Valieva back? Or did Kamila make this decision on her own?”
Tarasova Doubts Kamila Valieva Will Leave Eteri Tutberidze for Sokolovskaya original source: RSport View [...]
“The transition was very difficult, especially mentally. It’s hard to accept when you want to achieve something big, but your body holds you back.” Nikolaj Majorov on switching to ice dance
Nikolaj Majorov on Switching to Ice Dance, Training, and Olympic Hopes original source: Sport-Express dd. September [...]
“I never liked my nose – if you look at old photographs and compare them to now, you can judge for yourself which looks better if you want. Now, I enjoy my appearance.” Evgenia Medvedeva about rhinoplasty
Evgenia Medvedeva Reveals Decision Behind Rhinoplasty original source: Sports View this post on [...]
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 [...]
Alina Gorbacheva: “I wasn’t disappointed about being an alternate for Olympic qualifiers. Adeliia has been dominating competitions in recent seasons, and I was happy she got the opportunity. My role also carried responsibilities.”
Alina Gorbacheva on Training, Recovery, and Olympic Aspirations original source: MatchTV dd. September 29th 2025 by [...]