Oh, I'm sure they would be proud to be second to her, but unless she is REALLY rusty, there is no real chance to win (or I'm underestimating high level adults) and while most people don't compete JUST to win, surely they'd like to.Originally Posted by manleywoman
Why? I think the silver medalist would be proud to be 2nd to her.
I've been to synchro competitions where the top medals are decided (seriously even if the top 2 teams all fell down and ran into the boards, they'd still do it with more skill than the other 3 teams competiting), and the competition is for just one medal (5th is 3rd!!!) and it can be a little discouraging...although I've never been in a situation where you bump with fame.
Is she really that short?Especially because you'd still be taller, even if you were the bronze medalist
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I thought this meant a return to amateur competition lol
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How great!!!! Has inspired me to try to make the Olympic team at the age of (well, let's just say up there).lol Actually since there is such a fine line between pro and amateur these days, I wish they would let any skater who wanted to try out for the Olympic team. What possible harm could there be in that and it would certainly create a buzz. They let pro basketball and tennis players compete, why not figure skaters?
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Apparently Midori is 144cm tall. Originally Posted by Skittl1321
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Whaaa.. is this for real?! Thank goodness April fool has already gone.
How totally awesome. A legend is back on ice, may be it'll start a trend! Lu Chen? Michelle?
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No way... that would be like the return of the incredible shrinking Midori. 144cm, that is like 4ft8, her foot must be like size 3? How can she jump so high! Originally Posted by SpiralGirl
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Strong breeze... Originally Posted by os168
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^ LOL -- if that were the case, competitions would be held outdoors in strong winds.
Obviously, its more great talent, great training, and powerful thighs. I met Midori once ... she was so tiny and so gracious, a lovely person, an extraordinary skater.
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You know, it's easy for me to say since I'm not an adult figure skater working my butt off training and paying my own way, but I'm sure a part of me would rather be second to Midori Ito than winning it without her. It's just so absolutely cool to share a podium with such a skating legend.
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Maybe she will come to Melbourne next year to do our adult competition.
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Wheeeeee this is too cool! What is the usual technical standard in ladies for this competition? I know she came out of retirememnt to skate a few shows with Prince Ice World a couple of years ago and got her double axel back but afaik she didn't do any triples. But if she's seriously training and her body can hold out, she'd surely be able to get back triple toe and sal at least! Aww I love her so much, such a legend
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The standard can be pretty high. Originally Posted by floskate
Wheeeeee this is too cool! What is the usual technical standard in ladies for this competition? I know she came out of retirememnt to skate a few shows with Prince Ice World a couple of years ago and got her double axel back but afaik she didn't do any triples. But if she's seriously training and her body can hold out, she'd surely be able to get back triple toe and sal at least! Aww I love her so much, such a legend
I know a few years ago, an American skater, Natalie Shaby, skated on the adult / masters level with double jumps up to and including the double axel. She reminds me a lot of Lisa Marie Allen. Natalie, I believe, is in her 40s as well. So, that makes her achievements even more impressive.
Here's a clip of her in action.
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Love this news!
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Whatever, I could take her. Originally Posted by manleywoman
So wish I could compete there this year. I'd be proud to say I lost to Midorit Ito.
she is competing in the men's event, no?
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Are Midori and Ito common names in Japan?
I am asking this before I get too excited....
Bring back Witt, Ito, Yama, Harding, Chen and Sato!
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It doesn't have to be common name. Maybe someone so much wanted to be her that she changed her name to Midori Ito. Easy, quick and about £30 through Deed poll. Originally Posted by Marco
Are Midori and Ito common names in Japan? I am asking this before I get too excited....
Bring back Witt, Ito, Yama, Harding, Chen and Sato!
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I didn't knew that former "international" skaters had the right to take part in the ISU Adult circuit?
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I think the only bar to entry is if you have qualified for your country's standard national championships in the season leading up to the adult championships. There are also minimum and maximum age requirements. Originally Posted by nirti
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Both are common, but not that common. I have not met any other Midori Ito. Originally Posted by Marco
Are Midori and Ito common names in Japan? I am asking this before I get too excited....
Perhaps adult competition should employ team event! Originally Posted by Marco
Bring back Witt, Ito, Yama, Harding, Chen and Sato!
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I personally think they should consider create a new Champion's Championship for skating popularity's sake.
To qualify you just have to be an ex champion. No age restrictions except you must have been retired for more than 3 years. Maybe be relax the rules and just make it freestyle with no technical restrictions. Just make it fun and showmanship. Mark should be awarded to artistry as well as technicality, just like dances with the stars.
It would totally bring all the old sentimental fans and favourites back.
