2026 World Figure Skating Championships | Women's Free Skate

[yuumagical]

Oh great. Who ever provided the victory lap ceremony song lyrics has ruined me for life.
"We are drunk and out of control"

We're not drunk, we're high on Kaori

KA-O-RI KA-O-RI KA-O-RI!!!!!

 

[Seven Sisters]

What an ending to a legendary career Thank you, Kaori, for everything

While she will be missed so much as a skater, may she delight us just as much as a coach in the future

If she ever ends up coaching in international competition, she will give Shun Sato’s effervescent coach a run for his money

 

[4everchan]

you are not alone...I did get Kaori right and some points for Isabeau and Mone

I think I had very minor points on three entries plus the full 15 for the best skater ever

 

[skatedreamer]

Lol, half the pyros not working

Awww, Mark comparing Kaori to Michelle Kwan. I've been saying that since Milan!

Both Kaori and Jia are simply exquisite!

The comparison to Michelle is totally justified...and I don't say that lightly because Michelle is #1 on my personal GOAT list.

Is Kaori going into coaching? Thought someone mentioned that earlier. If she does, I bet she'll be great at it.

 

[slider11]

It's obvious we need Alysa to hope to get back on the podium though Isabeau had another top 4 finish alysa's consistency is her greatest strength as a skater. Bradie is probably retiring and i feel like Isabeau is maxed out and Sarah needs work on a lot of things though she is also a good competitor. As for Amber it's like a movie where you know the ending but hope it changes but never does.

I agree with your thoughts. But I am pleased that Isabeau and Amber were able to secure 3 spots for the US for next season. My guess is that Amber and Bradie will retire and Alysa will take another gap year. I don't see Sarah as the next US phenom but some other junior skater who is going to have to work hard to have technical excellence and performance pizzaz. Bring on the future!

 

[SNAKSuyun]

Kaori. It's been such a privilege watching her since 2018 when I first saw her live at the GPF. She didn't even medal there but her performance of The Piano made me cry and she's only had so many more stunning programs since then. Also feels a bit like a spiritual succession since I also really enjoyed Kaetlyn Osmond, living in Canada, and Kaori also ended her career on Edith Piaf and (finally) some good 3F-3Ts. It's too bad Mai couldn't also retire on so soaring a note, but by all accounts she also really loved her final skate and the appreciation she received, so wishing both of my Sysmex Girls the best as they embark on their next adventures

 

[yuumagical]

Is Kaori going into coaching? Thought someone mentioned that earlier. If she does, I bet she'll be great at it.

Yes, she is going to become a coach.

 

[16Olympics]

Hallelujah KAORI!
I have to admit that I watched both programs only to see Kaori one last time (and Isabeau).

I was actually cutting onions watching the medal ceremony. Really. I can't believe her gut strength to do what it took for her to come to World's like that one month after Milano.

Our queen can sleep happy. She saved her best for the world. THANK YOU, KAORI.

 

[16Olympics]

Kaori. It's been such a privilege watching her since 2018 when I first saw her live at the GPF. She didn't even medal there but her performance of The Piano made me cry and she's only had so many more stunning programs since then. Also feels a bit like a spiritual succession since I also really enjoyed Kaetlyn Osmond, living in Canada, and Kaori also ended her career on Edith Piaf and (finally) some good 3F-3Ts. It's too bad Mai couldn't also retire on so soaring a note, but by all accounts she also really loved her final skate and the appreciation she received, so wishing both of my Sysmex Girls the best as they embark on their next adventures

I loved, loved her Piano program. One of my favorite movie sound tracks ever.

 

[16Olympics]

Yes, she is going to become a coach.

I would hope she is interested in performing in shows, too. She would be fantastic.

 

[slider11]

Now that's a retirement skate to be proud of! THRILLED Kaori decided to go for Worlds!

It must have been so hard for Kaori after the disappointment of not winning OG. But I think this should be all the sweeter for representing her country so admirably and wrapping her career with a World gold.

 

[Jontor]

Lol, half the pyros not working

Awww, Mark comparing Kaori to Michelle Kwan. I've been saying that since Milan!

Imo that's an insult to Kaori.

 

[moonvine]

Well, first-time poster, long-time lurker.

Despite a few hiccups, I just love her performance. That is all.

Welcome! Post long and often. Adopt some skaters. Have a blast.

 

[Seven Sisters]

I would hope she is interested in performing in shows, too. She would be fantastic.

And I would bet you any amount of money we will see her in the stands tomorrow, cheering on Yuma and Shun

 

[cocteautwin]

I loved, loved her Piano program. One of my favorite movie sound tracks ever.

I loved it too, among many others. I wish thi soundtrack was used more often, I can come with entire list of music to sacrifice.

 

[4everchan]

At work but thank you Kaori

 

[skatedreamer]

i think we can say Madeline redeemed herself

She really did! I was proud of her for fighting back after starting with a mistake.

 

[labgoat]

15 Kaori, 5 Mone, 5 Niina

15+0+0+5+10=30

 

[labgoat]

Oh great. Who ever provided the victory lap ceremony song lyrics has ruined me for life.
"We are drunk and out of control"

It's the reminder that doping control just happened

 

[Skating91]

Kaori is the deserved champ but 78 PCS makes a mockery of the sport.

Chiba and Pinzaronne not even a single q or underrotation when there were several each in the replays shown.

It's just a joke.

We can all enjoy and admire Kaori without this blatant manipulation.