you are hoping that irina does not do well but she will. she is skating better than anyone whether some people like it or not she is doing great under cop and I can't think of anyone winning at worlds than her. michell will be lucky to be on the podium if she repeats her nats performance in moscow.
We're assuming that IS will do as well as she has all season. People have off nights. They falter under pressure. Yes, Irina is having a great season, but that does not make her unbeatable right now. Any one of the top ladies could have a good showing and win.