I predict Suzuki bombs again. The gap with Miyahara is 3.6 points, which is similar to the gap with Radionova at NHK trophy. Radionova's 128 points put huge pressure on Suzuki (skated right after Radionova) and we know the result. If Miyahara skates visibly clean FS (very likely so), she will get the score of 128 or even higher. Miyahara is UR is not so problematic in this competiton, and the judges will be supportive. In fact, Miyahara at Japanese nationals is even more formidable than Radionova at NHK trophy. Last year's nationals, Suzuki bombed badly after Murakami's stellar free skating. Her mental weakness is more than apparent. Murakami can skate after confirming Suzuki's "result". That is a big advantage. We can forget about Ando now.
Akiko Suzuki: 3F-2T-2lo, 2A-3T, 3Lz, 3F, 3lo, 3S-2T, 3S.
Can I congratulate Suzuki yet?
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Akiko Suzuki • FS 144.99 + SP 70.19 = TOTAL 215.18 Into 1st
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Akiko Suzuki • FS 144.99 + SP 70.19 = TOTAL 215.18 Into 1st