“This year, we want to focus on gaining experience and enjoying the process rather than obsessing over results. It’s our first Olympic season, and we hope to learn a lot.” Hannah Lim and Ye Quan
Hannah Lim and Ye Quan Deliver Strong Performances at Cup of China in Build-Up to Olympic Season original source: [...]
Michael Parsons: “During the rhythm dance at Cup of China, I suffered an injury to my pelvis. Although Caroline and I so badly wanted to perform our free dance and show you all the work we’ve been putting in, the best decision was to withdraw.”
Michael Parsons Reflects on Grand Prix of China Withdrawal source: Instagram View this post on Instagram [...]
“It was the most painful treatment I’ve ever experienced, and I wasn’t sure if I could handle it. However, by the time I arrived in China, I didn’t even need painkillers anymore.” Shun Sato on shockwave therapy
Shun Sato Returns Victorious After Winning Second Cup of China Title original source: Hochi News dd. October 27th, [...]
Haein Lee’: “I really enjoyed competing against so many talented skaters at this Grand Prix. Watching their performances made me realize how difficult the journey to get here must have been for everyone.”
Haein Lee's Return to the Grand Prix Series at the Cup of China original source: mfocus.kr dd. October 25th 2025 by [...]
Jia Shin: “Skating alongside the older and more experienced skaters made me realize I need to skate with more power and cover the ice more broadly. I feel like I’ve taken a small step forward since last time.”
Jia Shin Finds Growth and Motivation at the Cup of China original source: mfocus.kr dd. October 25th 2025 by Kim [...]
Junhwan Cha: “Before the performance, I kept telling myself, ‘Don’t give up, just do your best until the end.’ However, the mistakes in my jumps were very disappointing. Some errors felt like they were outside of my control.”
Junhwan Cha Reflects on Challenges and Growth After Cup of China Performance original source: mfocus.kr dd. October [...]
Shun Sato: “I told myself that by the end of the season, I want to be able to say, ‘Thanks to the injury, I was able to grow,’ and turn it into a positive.”
Shun Sato Triumphs at Grand Prix China, Overcoming Injury to Build Momentum for Olympic Qualification original [...]
“This week, I had the best training of my life. I plan to keep building on it to surpass even that level of preparation.” Rinka Watanabe on winning bronze at the Grand Prix of China
Rinka Watanabe Overcomes Challenges to Claim Bronze at Grand Prix China original source: Nikkansports, October 25th [...]
Madison Chock: “For the RD, I wanted to incorporate animal prints because they’re so quintessentially 90s. That’s why my dress features a lot of tiger patterns and chains – those were hallmark elements from that era.”
Madison Chock on Bringing the 90s to Life Through Her Costume original source: Sports by Maya Bagriantseva [...]
Haein Lee: “As this is the Olympic season, I’ve given it a lot of thought. While this season’s two programs are excellent, I decided to bring back programs I’d performed before to prepare for the Olympics.”
Haein Lee Reflects on Short Program Performance at Cup of China original source: mfocus.kr dd. October 24th 2025 by [...]
Jia Shin: “I’ve been waiting a long time to move up to seniors. There’s a different level of tension compared to juniors, so it feels fresh and exciting.”
Jia Shin Reflects on Short Program Performance at Cup of China original source: mfocus.kr dd. October 24th 2025 by [...]
Amber Glenn: “Today wasn’t my best skate. In the short program, any mistake is costly, so the focus can’t only be on the triple Axel; all the jumps are important.”
Amber Glenn Calls Her Performance in China "Not My Best" Despite Landing a Triple Axel original source: Sports by [...]
“My back is heading in a positive direction. I’m just really happy to have arrived here without any worsening of my injury,” said Sota Yamamoto, looking ahead of GP in China
Sota Yamamoto Demonstrates Recovery and Optimism Ahead of Grand Prix China original source: Nikkansports, October [...]
“She overcame her challenges and brought home the best medal. As her ‘big sister figure,’ I’m determined not to lose and to give it my all.” Rinka Watanabe prepares for GP in China inspired by Ami Nakai’s success
Rinka Watanabe Prepares for Chongqing Grand Prix with Confidence and Determination original source: Nikkansports, [...]
Shun Sato: “I have no choice but to give it my all. I trust in myself and will do my very best with what I can do now. First and foremost, I need to nail my quad lutz.”
Shun Sato Focuses on Quad Lutz in Return at Grand Prix Chongqing original source: Nikkansports, October 23d, 2025 [...]