Yuzuru Hanyu’s career has been nothing short of mesmerizing. He doesn’t just skate; he tells a story with every jump, every movement. His flawless technique is impressive, but it’s his ability to connect emotionally with the audience that truly sets him apart. What’s even more inspiring is his resilience. From overcoming injuries to handling the …
The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing were overshadowed by a doping scandal involving Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva. The 15-year-old, a rising star, tested positive for trimetazidine, a banned substance, in December 2021, but the result wasn’t disclosed until February 8, 2022, after she helped Russia win gold in the team event. Despite the positive …
Figure skating should be about skill and performance — but when it comes to scoring, especially for American women, the math isn’t always adding up. Skaters like Isabeau Levito, Amber Glenn, and Mariah Bell have all received scores that many believe don’t reflect what actually happened on the ice. Whether it’s under-rotated jumps or falls, …