interview from 15th of August:
Kustarova says that they didn’t hesitate about choice of Carmen, that they chose Bizet’s opera Carmen because it is the strongest version and Toreador part goes with Paso Doble very well. They turned to specialists to change the music in needed way (looking at rules probably, there are some rhythm rules how many beats in minute must the Paso Doble part include). Antonio Navarro was charmed with this version of music.
Kustarova says that Ilinykh is really Carmen, Carmen – is not just flaming person, seductress, she fells in love and she is loved, she is soft and in the same time passionate.
The couple is preparing for the Test Skate in Novogorsk.
Kustarova says that programs are fully ready. Kids are tired of course, because it is a big task. In such a short period it is not easy to make things which other couples are doing for years. But Lena and Ruslan are fighters, they are focused and friendly. Yes, it is hard for them, but nobody can say that they look like skaters/couple newly formed now. Kustarova is proud of them because of it.
They are all enjoying to work together, they are getting a positive emotions from each other and it is necessary for them.