Tatiana Tarasova: “I cannot say that the United States is currently the best in the world in figure skating. You can’t make such a claim when Russian skaters haven’t competed anywhere for four years.”
Tatiana Tarasova stated that the United States cannot be called the best in figure skating while Russian athletes [...]
“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 [...]
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 [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “I believe the Americans [Zingas and Kolesnik] were stronger and more interesting. The British, on the other hand, don’t glide well. I think the judges didn’t do anything wrong, strangely enough.”
Tatiana Tarasova believes the American team deserved their third-place finish in ice dance at Worlds, stating they [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “Kagiyama performed fantastically, because everything started with Ilia. He’s a genius who began doing things no one else has done. Everyone looked at Ilia and realized it’s possible.”
Tatiana Tarasova praised Ilia Malinin’s resilience and historic performance at Worlds, highlighting his ability to [...]
Tarasova on the admission of Russian figure skaters: “We should be raising this issue. It’s time to write some kind of letter to the ISU to clarify the situation.”
Tatiana Tarasova urged the Russian Figure Skating Federation to contact the ISU and clarify the situation regarding [...]
“He proved himself a true athlete, a hero of his time. I love talented people and his program – I think it’s wonderful.” Tatiana Tarasova on Ilia Malinin
Tatiana Tarasova praised Ilia Malinin’s performance at the World Championships, calling him a true athlete and the [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “I have questions about Valieva’s performance. I’m glad she found the strength to go out there, but I would like to see her differently.”
Tatiana Tarasova commented on Kamila Valieva’s performance at the Channel One Cup, noting areas for improvement and [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “I have worked at seven Olympics, and at each one, I had medalists and champions. For Tutberidze to reach my level, she needs more Olympic medals.”
Tatiana Tarasova believes Eteri Tutberidze needs more Olympic medals to reach her level as a coach. original [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “These Olympic Games were weaker than anything I’ve seen in my entire life. Maybe it’s because we – Russians – weren’t there.”
Tatiana Tarasova believes that the level of figure skating at the 2026 Olympics was low. original source: [...]
“I’m very glad that we have such a young man in our country who came back from a grueling Olympic Games, where he was tortured, mocked, and everything was forbidden.” Tarasova on Gumennik
Tarasova on Gumennik at the Olympics: He was tortured, mocked, and everything was forbidden. original source: [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “Trusova has done far more for world figure skating than Olympic champion Liu. She moved the sport forward, you understand.”
Tatiana Tarasova said that 2022 Olympic silver medalist Alexandra Trusova has done far more for figure skating than [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “It’s unfair that the IOC does not suspend American athletes. I don’t understand why we have to be held responsible for everything.”
Tatiana Tarasova criticized the IOC for not suspending American athletes over the US military operation against Iran [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “A ban on criticism of judges by skaters and coaches? If they do something unfair, why can’t we talk about it? Do we understand less than they do, and they’re so smart, educated, talented, and absolutely blameless?”
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the proposed ban on criticizing judges in figure skating. original source: RIA [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “Petr Gumennik was simply robbed. They just stole his medal. First, they crushed him, and then they robbed him.”
Tatiana Tarasova, Honored Coach of the USSR in figure skating, believes that Russian skater Petr Gumennik was unfairly [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “They are scoundrels. Real scoundrels! It’s clear that no one will let us compete at the World Championships.”
Tatiana Tarasova harshly criticized the ISU for barring Russian figure skaters from the World [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “Petrosian was judged fairly. Not a single point was ‘taken away’ from her. Some people were claiming she was going to win Olympic gold, but, honestly, only delusional people would say that!”
Tatiana Tarasova, an honored coach of the USSR, shared her thoughts on Russian skater Adelia Petrosyan’s performance [...]
“The tremendous stress ruined his entire program. I believe the team event drained all his energy!” Tatiana Tarasova on Malinin’s performance
Tatiana Tarasova expressed her opinion on how participating in the team event affected American figure skater Ilia [...]
“I agree with the results; they are correct. At last, the Canadian pair, who for many years deserved to be first, second, or third, won the bronze. Previously, they were left with nothing.” Tarasova on the Olympic podium in ice dance
Tatiana Tarasova, shared her impressions of the ice dance competition at the 2026 Olympics in Milan. original [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “It was the first time I saw Malinin make mistakes. In my opinion, he had no energy. Maybe he is dealing with acclimatization.”
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the results of the men’s short program in the team event at the 2026 [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “At our Nationals, there were more fans than at the U.S. Nationals. We also outperform the Americans in programs, our compositions are better.”
Tatiana Tarasova believes that interest in figure skating has increased in Russia and compares the programs of Russian [...]
“No one even tried a quad. It’s strange. They skated the same way 25 years ago as they do now. I see no progress. Only a few did triple-triple. I think it’s a low technical level.” Tarasova on the level of women’s singles at the Europeans
Tatiana Tarasova commented on the level of women’s singles at the European Championships. original source: [...]
“There were only two clean skates. It’s not interesting to watch. They’re not doing ultra-C elements, not doing triple axels, not doing quads. They’re only doing elements that have been performed for a hundred years.” Tarasova on women’s SP at the Europeans
Tatiana Tarasova believes that the level of European figure skating is declining. original source: Sport24 photo [...]
“She is an outstanding girl. That’s why she was disqualified – they realized that in the coming years, no one would be able to beat her.” Tarasova on the news that Valieva prepares for a comeback after her suspension
Tatiana Tarasova believes that figure skater Kamila Valieva can regain her athletic form. original source: RIA [...]