I just joined today after using golden skate for a while for "news" and other information on events and skaters. I am new to the sport so I don't have the knowledge of everything as you guys do (quietly learning through reading the forums), but Evgenia first grew my interest in figure skating two years ago. Her performances (particularly last season: "river flows in you" and her FS program for that season) brought me into the story she was telling in each program. it was impactful. Almost like a ballet, she unfurled a story and convinced the audience of it so that when the performance ended, it left an impact with you, inspired you in some way. It showed me that figure skating is indeed the rare mix of sport + art and has the potential to expand out from competitions to actual programs (think ballets or broadway musicals) someday. But the performer who is not just a strong athlete but is able to emote and evoke emotions out of the audience through the nuances and delivery of their performances raises the sport to another level. That's where Evgenia came in for me. She does that. Or I think so (especially last season's programs). I see Alina (Zagitova) having that potential as well. Maybe Eteri and their coaches deserve a lot of credit. Anyway, sorry for the long entry "break" in the discussion here. Just wanted to say hello. Look forward to the Euro! Keep on posting!
I can't wait to have her back!
We will miss her and Zhenya too
Hurry back.
for sharing your words with us !
