Mao Asada

[nguyhm]

I love both of her dresses this season. Mao does dramatic so well and this is as dramatic as she has ever been (that I can remember of). She is also skating really "big" covering large space yet her steps are as light as feathers - short program. Love love Mao. Crossing fingers that she stays healthy....

 

[Sam-Skwantch]

I agree about Mao's dresses this year but that's pretty much a given every season

#GirlsGotStyle

 

[yhmafan]

Here are some pictures that Mao in Ghana CM. (I am always impressed by beautifully performed ballet jumps :luv17: )


http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/00-109.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/03-76.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/04-62.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/07-28.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/09-18.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/08-24.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/02-96.jpg

http://www.wws-channel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/05-46.jpg


ETA : The CM and the making

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fuMmPp2Fns&feature=youtu.be

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAdMPiS7v9E&feature=youtu.be

 

[omurice]

how is she so cute

 

[gotoschool]

Thanks to rosewood for this translation and these photos. Here are some beautiful natural photos of Mao arriving in Chicago for Skate America, along with an article.

http://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/ind...thread-3-for-the-love-of-skating.99143/page-7 201 and 202

http://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2016/10/20/gazo/G20161020013569570.html
http://www.sponichi.co.jp/sports/news/2016/10/20/gazo/G20161020013569480.html
http://www.nikkansports.com/sports/photonews/photonews_nsInc_1726649-0.html

Mao: "I won't do 3A here either." "[My condition is] better than at Finlandia Trophy. Hopefully I'll up my condition a bit more.""Having done my first competition already makes me relaxed in my feelings. If I reach my goals here, it'll lead me to the next."

ETA:
When Mao was asked about her left knee, she answered "[My knee is] fine." But as we know, she never says excuses. So I'm not sure we can trust this "fine." We'll see at SKAM. I'm excited how Lori and Mao brushed up the programs. Wish it lightened burdens to her injury.

This article also says Mao selectively practiced spins and stsq. So I kind of think her back is not that bad - like she's unable to practice spins at the stage of preparations, anyways.
http://www.nikkansports.com/sports/news/1726649.html

 

[wanderlust]

I just saw the skate order for the SP, and Mao is going 3rd in the first group.

http://www.isuresults.com/results/season1617/gpusa2016/SEG003.HTM

 

[Yatagarasu]

Practice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vORz2iWxcDw

 

[mary01]

I just saw the skate order for the SP, and Mao is going 3rd in the first group.

http://www.isuresults.com/results/season1617/gpusa2016/SEG003.HTM

yeah that looks hella wrong to see Mao Asada's name skate soo early, It's because of the current rankings i guess, after the sp it will change

But that just means more people will turn in to watch the early group because of her skating early

 

[gotoschool]

Here is a video clip of Mao doing a beautiful triple flip and loop in practice. Thanks to rosewood for the post:

https://video.twimg.com/ext_tw_video/789186239253524480/pu/vid/1280x720/yAF7I_qV4Tuz95_c.mp4

 

[mary01]

Here is a video clip of Mao doing a beautiful triple flip and loop in practice:

https://video.twimg.com/ext_tw_video/789186239253524480/pu/vid/1280x720/yAF7I_qV4Tuz95_c.mp4

WOOOW

 

[gotoschool]

Here is a great insight into Mao's mindset. She is really charming in a natural and down to earth way without appearing to have an attitude like quite a few famous people do. It is the best I have ever heard Mao speak English. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5PMmvCj_6w&feature=share

Thanks to rosewood for this video. rosewood accurately pointed out that Mao misunderstood the question about the Olympic gold medal and thought they asked, "Do you want to go to the Olympics?|

 

[wanderlust]

yeah that looks hella wrong to see Mao Asada's name skate soo early, It's because of the current rankings i guess, after the sp it will change

But that just means more people will turn in to watch the early group because of her skating early

It's not by ranking, it's a random draw.

But yes, I agree she will very likely be in the second group after the SP. Go Mao!!!!!

 

[Arriba627]

Here is a great insight into Mao's mindset. She is really charming in a natural and down to earth way without appearing to have an attitude like quite a few famous people do. It is the best I have ever heard Mao speak English. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5PMmvCj_6w&feature=share

Thanks to rosewood for this video. rosewood accurately pointed out that Mao misunderstood the question about the Olympic gold medal and thought they asked, "Do you want to go to the Olympics?|

It takes guts to do an interview in a foreign language! Well done, Mao!

 

[Sam-Skwantch]

It takes guts to do an interview in a foreign language! Well done, Mao!

Agree .......and it takes a strong character to show your spirit in a foreign language. Mao is just so likable and seems so sincere that if it were me asking questions I'd just put the mic down and go for a hug : I hope the best for her at SA!

 

[Arriba627]

Agree .......and it takes a strong character to show your spirit in a foreign language. Mao is just so likable and seems so sincere that of it were me asking questions I'd just put the mic down and go for a hug : I hope the best for her at SA!

I am hoping she'll do well. I'm a little concerned about her though. There were times today that I thought she was looking like she might be in a little pain. Hope her knee isn't bothering her. I'm not used to sitting so close that I can see the expressions on the skaters' faces, and sometimes she looked a little worried / concerned. I don't know, maybe I was just being Nervous Nellie.

 

[YesWay]

I am hoping she'll do well. I'm a little concerned about her though. There were times today that I thought she was looking like she might be in a little pain. Hope her knee isn't bothering her. I'm not used to sitting so close that I can see the expressions on the skaters' faces, and sometimes she looked a little worried / concerned. I don't know, maybe I was just being Nervous Nellie.

I think she always looks like that in practice, generally she looks serious and sometimes thoughtful... but you can never tell what she's thinking...

 

[YesWay]

yeah that looks hella wrong to see Mao Asada's name skate soo early, It's because of the current rankings i guess, after the sp it will change

But that just means more people will turn in to watch the early group because of her skating early

Apparently the draws for GP events are random now, so ranking is not a factor...

Edit: oops, Wanderlust already pointed that out

 

[gotoschool]

Thanks to rosewood again for this translation of an interview Mao did after her practice yesterday.

http://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/ind...thread-3-for-the-love-of-skating.99143/page-8 213

I wish Mao all the best in her performances at Skate America. I hope most of all that they give her great joy and satisfaction and that they inspire those who watch with a sense of supreme beauty and passion for her artistry and athleticism.

 

[gotoschool]

Here is a beautiful photo of Mao's spiral in her freeskate. Just slightly blocked by a watermark.

http://media.gettyimages.com/photos...mens-free-skate-of-the-in-picture-id613285460

Here are some big photos from her SP. Bewitching.

http://media.zenfs.com/en_us/News/R...S1AEUFLYRFAA_RTRMADP_3_ICESKATING-FINLAND.JPG

http://media.zenfs.com/en_us/News/R...S1AEUFLYRHAA_RTRMADP_3_ICESKATING-FINLAND.JPG

 

[Marin]

I loved this edit :luv17: