Anna Shcherbakova: “Journalists often led to the idea that the Olympics was the goal but it became a goal only after the World Championships. I never understood how to pursue a goal that was 3-4 years away. “
Anna Shcherbakova about the Olympics. original source: Yamal News YuTube Channel View this post on [...]
Alina Zagitova: “Who is the best figure skater in the world for me? Mao Asada. And honestly, I can’t remember the name of the skater from Korea. She was the first in the world to win all titles in figure skating. I’m the second, and she is the first.”
Alina Zagitova about quads and medals. original source: CTC Kids View this post on Instagram [...]
Philipp Shvetsky: “What is indecent about Valieva’s Grandpa version and why it was subjected to massive criticism and ridicule — I still don’t understand” and “Those who accused Russian athletes should just be treated, or at least examined.”
Open letter from doctor Philipp Shvetsky. original source: Sovsport dd. 23d October by Sergei Peremutov photo [...]
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara: “Training with the world’s top-level ice dancers, we felt that their level of dance was so high and realized how low our own level was. But we were told that we should try to express ourselves even if we are not skilled, to cast away our shame.”
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara about their new programs. original source: number.bunshun.jp dd. 22d October 2023 by [...]
Aleksandr Galliamov: “I still didn’t get Olympic team bronze medal, they told us they couldn’t send it, and that’s it, complete silence since then.”
Big Interview with Aleksandr Galliamov. original source: fontanka.ru dd. 21st October by Artem Kuzmin [...]
Wakaba Higuchi: “I feel the ambition to win Nationals, although it still feels far off at this point. It’s a goal I’ve never achieved before, so I’m determined to strive for my first victory at the age of 23.”
Wakaba Higuchi on winning Skate America and goals for the season. original source: Nikkansports /Nikkansports dd. [...]
“Well, he might said this in good form, but deep down, I truly feel it. I think he only has eyes for Ilia right now. To make him consider me, first I have to beat him once. But that’s damn hard.” Kao Miura about Yuma Kagiyma not considering him a rival
Kao Miura on winning bronze at Skate America and Yuma Kagiyama. original source: Nikkansports / Nikkansports / [...]
Daniil Gleikengauz: “I hope that they will give us one spot and an opportunity to qualify for the Olympics. At least one athlete in each discipline. If that happens, it would already be a success.”
Interview with Daniil Gleikengauz. original source: MatchTV dd. 21st October by Vladimir Pushkarev View [...]
“Doctors have forbidden me from going on the ice because I have a huge number of premature heart contractions.” Evgenia Medvedeva shared but then reassured that she’s fine now
Evgenia Medvedeva told about dealing with some heart issues. original source: Evgenia Medvedeva Youtube show "No [...]
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva: “Coaching and performing in shows are different in terms of finances. If there were equality, perhaps I would choose coaching.”
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva about coaching. original source: Sports dd. 16th October 2024 View this post on [...]
Evgenia Medvedeva: “I won the Worlds twice. And both times the pattern from the coaches was the same: You are nobody. Leave your medal over there, shove it up your ass. What, a star? No damn star. You have the Olympics ahead, go work.”
Evgenia Medvedeva about coaches' actions to prevent star fewer. original source: Evgenia Medvedeva Youtube show "No [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “At crucial moments, people become stronger the more desperate they become. Hearing that makes me feel I need to be desperate now or else when, and it allows me to push myself further.”
Kaori Sakamoto about the start of her path in figure skating and her coach. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “Maybe there are no outstanding athletes now who will be remembered for centuries. Maybe it’s the complexity that has overtaken some acting skills.”
Tatiana Tarasova believes that there are no outstanding skaters among the current athletes. original source: Roman [...]
“I thought she would say something, scold me, but she just watched me with her eyes.” Artem Frolov on how he dropped his noodles in the locker room on his first day of training with Tutberidze.
Figure skater Artem Frolov recounted how Tutberidze caught him in an awkward situation. original source: [...]
Shoma Uno: “When I won Worlds, seeing how happy Stephane was meant a lot to me. Looking back, that might have been the best moment of my skating life.”
Big interview with Shoma Uno about his career Part 2. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. 7th October 2024 [...]
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva: “The greatest pleasure I get is from finally being able to arrange each day for myself. I might think about coming back, but for now, I’m busy with other things, and it’s awesome!”
Elizaveta Tuktamysheva about taking a break from her sports career. original source: YaPokupau dd. 11th October [...]
Shoma Uno: “It was one of the most disastrous performances in my long competitive career… And that was my senior debut. I never imagined I would be able to achieve such great results for such a long time.”
Big interview with Shoma Uno about his career. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. 7th October 2024 by Keiji [...]
“Looking into the audience’s eyes” Mai Mihara told about her method to ease nerves. “I look into the eyes of the audience, fill my heart with gratitude, saying ‘Thank you,’ and then switch my focus to skate.”
Mai Mihara about the upcoming season. original source: Nikkansports / Hochi News View this post on [...]
Anastasia Mishina and Aleksandr Galliamov: “We didn’t follow the ISU council. Frankly, we didn’t really expect other decision. In fact, it would have been a surprise if we had been admitted to international competitions.”
Anastasia Mishina and Aleksandr Galliamov about start of the season. original source: Championat dd. 11th October [...]
Shoma Uno: “I’d like to try being a figure skating commentator once. I want to speak freely rather than stick strictly to norms. I’ll probably do it my way and then disappear after one go.”
Shoma Uno about retirement. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. 6th October 2024 View this post on [...]
Anna Frolova: “I mistreated my body during puberty so I’d rather not give any advice. I just want to remind all young girls that you are unique, love your body. Even if you’ve gained 2 or 3 kilos, it’s all solvable and over time it will pass.”
Anna Frolova about puberty and competing with younger skaters. original source: Championat photo Daria Isaeva / [...]
“I was always watching the performances of Tutberidze’s girls. Then the opportunity to train there appeared, how could I miss such a chance?” Interview with Swiss skater Anastasia Brandenburg
Interview with Swiss figure skater Anastasia Brandenburg about training with Tutberidze. original source: Sport24 [...]
“He is the ideal athlete that everyone envisions. I’ve spent my entire skating life chasing after Yuzu-kun’s back, and that’s what has brought me this far.” Shoma Uno about Yuzuru Hanyu
Shoma Uno about Yuzuru Hanyu. original source: news.yahoo.co.jp dd. 6th October 2024 View this post on [...]
“There are many wonderful skaters, and being one of the six, I think I will be nervous, but I want to perform my best.” Mao Shimada on JGP Final
Mao Shimada about Youth Olympics and Grand Prix Final. original source: Nikkansports / Hochi News View [...]