“There’s a situation where an athlete has a favorite jump and one they dislike. I would prescribe six mandatory jumps in the free program so that no one can avoid them.” Sergei Dudakov on rule changes
Sergei Dudakov commented on recent figure skating rule changes, suggesting that six specific jumps should be mandatory [...]
Mone Chiba: “I want to make this season one where I can feel that I’ve become even stronger, just as I have in the past. I intend to take on challenges both technically and artistically.”
World silver medalist Mone Chiba attended her company’s entrance ceremony, reflected on her season, and shared her [...]
Alexei Mishin: “Ilia doesn’t have the most concise anatomical features, nor the highest jump, but he is incredibly talented.
Alexei Mishin explained the unique technical aspects of Ilia Malinin’s jumps, emphasizing his exceptional talent and [...]
“This was my first time performing such a dense series of solo programs. It was a challenge in many ways, but I hope I’ve created something new and valuable for myself.” Yuzuru Hanyu announced a new solo ice show, “ICE STORY 4th: WHITE…”
Two-time Olympic champion Yuzuru Hanyu announced a new solo ice show, "ICE STORY 4th: WHITE…," and reflected on his [...]
“For me, elite sport is about pushing the boundaries of human potential. To understand what you are capable of. To find your limits.” Alexandra Trusova on regaining difficult jumps and returning to competitions after giving birth
Olympic silver medalist Alexandra Trusova shared her thoughts on elite sports and discussed her progress in regaining [...]
Rafael Arutyunyan: “I can imagine what the challenges of the next four years will be for Malinin, but he cannot quite see them yet. That’s the nature of youth – you feel like you understand everything.”
Rafael Arutyunyan shared his thoughts on the future career of three-time world champion Ilia Malinin, praising his [...]
“What kind of nonsense is this? Why not make it three jumps? And in the short program, let’s not jump at all.” Evgenia Medvedeva criticized the rule changes
Evgenia Medvedeva commented critically on recent rule changes in figure skating, which reduce the number of allowed [...]
“Partners asked me to support them financially. Paying for ice training for both of us and, of course, you have to pay a salary. Sometimes, male skaters give the girl their own rider.” Anastasia Galustyan on her attempt to switch to ice dance
In an interview, Anastasia Galustyan, who represented Armenia in singles skating, spoke about her attempt to switch to [...]
Sofia Akatieva: “Alysa Liu is a special athlete. Not everyone can take such a break and return to elite sport at a high level. I think, above all, it comes down to a love for figure skating. It’s not a trend or an episode – it’s the foundation.”
Sofia Akatieva shared her emotional experience watching the recent Olympics, praised Alysa Liu’s unique comeback, [...]
“There are no words to describe the actions of the ISU. They’re simply wiping their feet on our juniors and seniors.” Tarasova on ISU’s statement that the timing for a decision on allowing Russian juniors to compete is still undetermined
Tatiana Tarasova strongly criticized the ISU’s ongoing suspension of Russian skaters, calling it unfair and harmful [...]
Filip Taschler: “I can feel the love for this sport finding its way back into my heart again. I’ve also started to embrace both the ups and the downs, knowing they are all part of the journey and what truly shape us.”
Filip Taschler on Rediscovering Joy and Growth in Ice Dance original source: Instagram [...]
Adeliia Petrosian: “Probably I won’t obsess over ultra-C elements now. I can’t keep jumping as much as I used to. My body is different, and my mindset has changed.”
Adeliia Petrosian says she will no longer focus solely on ultra-C elements, aiming instead to emphasize artistry and [...]
Niina Petrokina: “I think I can achieve even better results but it’s too early to think about the next competitions. I’m already thinking that I’m not so young anymore and need to take care of my health. If I’m healthy, anything is possible.”
After a demanding season with three major championships, Niina Petrokina reflects on her achievements, recovery from [...]
“In my own career with Vika, we tried to get in sync that quickly, but it never worked out. But this genius did it right in the Olympic season. To me, that’s legendary. I couldn’t do it myself, but he did.” Nikita Katsalapov on Guillaume Cizeron
World ice dance champion Nikita Katsalapov shared his thoughts on the 2026 Olympic champions from France, Laurence [...]
Lara Naki Gutmann: “I left a part of myself in my programs on the ice, and in return, I received emotions that no words can truly describe.”
Lara Naki Gutmann: Season I Will Carry in My Heart Forever original source: Instagram [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “Right now, it’s not quite an Olympic fever, but there are a lot of kids coming to the rink. People are paying more attention to skating, and I don’t want that to be just a passing trend.”
Kaori Sakamoto, fresh off her fourth World Championship title, spoke at her alma mater’s entrance ceremony, [...]
“It’s a childish resentment. It’s some kind of insecurity, envy of something. I remember Gabi was like that since childhood. She’s sit in the locker room and look at you out of the corner of her eye.” Victoria Sinitsina on Gabriella Papadakis’s book
Victoria Sinitsina criticized Gabriella Papadakis’s book, calling it an expression of insecurity and envy, and [...]
“Continuing to challenge myself has been my motto since my competitive days. I want it to be a show where everyone feels glad they came, and after watching, they feel like they’re moving on to the next stage.” Shoma Uno on his show “Ice Brave”
Shoma Uno reflected on his growth and confidence after producing his first ice show, expressing gratitude to fans and [...]
Eteri Tutberidze: “When I had a problem with weight, I would gnaw on a crust of black bread all day” and “In what sport, besides sumo, is being overweight acceptable? Why did people suddenly say ‘it’s normal’ for us? No, it leads to injuries.”
Eteri Tutberidze explained the importance of weight control in figure skating, emphasizing its impact on performance [...]
Adeliia Petrosian: “The first week after the Olympics was still tough, I was recovering. I think I went through all the stages: denial, acceptance, disappointment – it was all there.”
Adeliia Petrosian shared that injury nearly kept her from Olympic qualification, and described the emotional journey [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “The ISU simply doesn’t want to see us. They like it without us. Other countries win, and they’re happy. America is at war every day – we see what’s happening there. Israel is at war. And we’re responsible for everyone!”
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the International Skating Union (ISU) not discussing the issue of allowing Russians to [...]
Kaori Sakamoto: “I just feel liberated (laughs). I’m truly glad I was able to compete in every event right up to the end.”
Kaori Sakamoto returned to Japan after her record fourth World title, expressing joy at her send-off and sharing her [...]
Anna Shcherbakova: “Olympics were the competition where I was the least nervous in my life. We approached every training session so responsibly that by the time of actual performance, I almost didn’t have the emotional energy left to be nervous.”
Anna Shcherbakova shared that she was less nervous at the Olympics than at any other competition, attributing her calm [...]
Yuma Kagiyama: “This season, I had to battle with my own feelings a lot, and honestly, things didn’t go well most of the time. But those experiences really paid off.”
Yuma Kagiyama returned to Japan after winning his fourth World silver medal, reflecting on his growth, inspiration [...]