2018 Olympic Figure Skating Team Event Day 1

[readernick]

Yes, they are definitely still in the conversation. However, I am not sure gold is in their grasps. But, the ice is slippery as we saw today. I love how the review on CBC was just a bunch of men falling to the ice . haha

 

[NoNameFace]

I have to say that the stop leading to the finale and a change of music tempo reflected in the last spin get me every single time... For me, the choreography really highlights the music. And coach Fluffy ofc having time of her life

 

[plushyfan]

I hate to add fuel to the flame, but it's really incredible how Plushenko thrived on competition...he just loved the pressure. Anyways, I wish the young Russian men brighter days; there's so much talent right now.

You add to the story that was home ice, he told he was incredible nervous.

 

[Leppis]

These skates depressed me so bad that I don't think i'm going to stay up for the pairs...it's 3.25AM

 

[ivanja]

Wait, commentators on Eurosport are saying that SP points are carried into FS. Any true to that?

 

[SarahSynchro]

What...what is....this?

It’s a running gag that defines my life. My nine year old Canadian daughter is a Yuzuber. She hates Patrick Chan and hates Shoma.

 

[MaiKatze]

Aljona getting interviewed by German Eurosport. She likes the venue.

 

[GGFan]

Only J/C can save this night for me. I need some heat!

If only Morgan could console me :ddevil:

 

[ancientpeas]

Do not despair Russian fans! Still lots of competition to go.

 

[Violet Bliss]

Shoma's under-rotated and two-footed 4F seems to be generously scored.

No question about his totally deserved first place and the 10 points he won for Team Japan.

 

[frida80]

Well, team OAR chances have gone down precipitously. They needed Mikhail to be right behind Patrick. Their’s four points difference. They couldn’t afford to lose any points. Let’s see if they can pick up some with their pairs.

In spite of Nathan’s meltdown, USA is still in good shape for bronze.

 

[lady_bee]

I think the judges are so tired of all the crappy performances, they're just throwing all the points to Shoma

I understand that. My sympathy for them

 

[shiroKJ]

I can't believe how nonchalant I am about the Olympics. hwell:

Maybe the pairs drama will ruffle my feathers and get my anxiety going for the men's event.

 

[OS]

Yeah we should always keep that entry+jump alive for future generations

Pass the Olympic torch on ... can't wait for the ceremony!! Who will light the torch in Korea!!!!!

 

[Marius]

I sincerely hope that the individual event won't be a splat fest like this

 

[Roo87]

CBC has a commercial telling the story of Joannie Rochette and how her mom died of a heart attack 2 days before the free program in Vancouver. She went on to win the bronze medal. I cry every time, why do they do this? Do they know how stressful watching skating is already?

 

[NoNameFace]

Over all, that was terrible, thank you Matteo Rizzo, Alexei Bychenko and Shoma for saving the day!
I hope you guys are saving it all for the Individual Event.

Good to see someone has a hope for that

 

[Anyasnake]

I'm rooting for OAR - well I root for everyone, but Russia has been through a lot so you have my soft spot. Plus I think T/M SP is good !

 

[QuadThrow]

Wait, commentators on Eurosport are saying that SP points are carried into FS. Any true to that?

The placement points each country gets in all SPs are carried into the FS.

With only 5 teams in the FS she SP is way more important than the FS in this team event.

 

[OS]

Shoma's under-rotated and two-footed 4F seems to be generously scored.

No question about his totally deserved first place and the 10 points he won for Team Japan.

I think the judges were a bit desperate at that point!! They basically 'let it go' for the final skater.