Russian figure skating news in 2024

[panda42]

In men’s skating it has been all about the quads, for a very long time, Nathan Chen had no artistry until years later and even then his was nowhere near the Japanese skaters. Malinin can win with just quads and no artistry. So why should Gummenik or anyone else not win with just quads? I am not saying they are easy but if the skaters land quads And they have reputation their PCS are sky high, regardless of choreography or artistry. Sadly that’s what skating has become.

Sad but true, the men with multiple quads can win competitions no matter the quality of their programs or skating. Their PCS are then inflated to put them into contention. It's odd to think that Nathan's five quads from the 2022 Olympics may not be enough in 2026.

 

[caseyedwards]

If they’re still pounding the crap out of Ukraine, good.

There is no indication a cease fire would mean Russia readmission. And because this has turned out to be the best period for the isu in decades they may demand total disarmament