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- Dec 12, 2013
For my faves:
Papadakis/Cizeron: TEB was obvious, and I'm happy because they are now the #1 French team to annoy Didier. Cup of China is also a strong chance for them to podium, that should overall be quite an interesting field for ice dance.
Elena Radionova: Skate America she has quite a decent shot to win, depending on which version of Tuktamysheva and Gold show up. TEB could be a harder field but we get a Radinovoa/Lipnitskaia throwdown!
Ashley Wagner: I don't know what to make of the ladies' field at Skate Canada. I am surprised to say I think Ashley could very well medal. (I say surprised because I fear she's being dumped by the judges.) TEB will be more competitive, but she's in the running for the bronze.
Anna Pogorilaya: I was not a huge fan of Anna at the start of last season, but she grew on me over the season and I love the exhibitions she skated in the spring. She needs to solidify herself as a contender this season with so many young Russians eligible to move up next year. Skate Canada seems like a good placement for her, COR will be reallllly interesting with her up against Sotnitkova.
Tatsuki Machida: I would say he might be the favorite for Skate America. TEB probably slightly harder but still a chance.
Denis Ten: skating the same two as Machida! Overall, just wishing an injury/illness free season for Denis!
Adam Rippon: With Chan out, he has a chance to podium at Skate Canada. A lot of 'athletic' skaters at this event so as an 'artistic' skater he will stand out. TEB is a good fit for him but it will be competitive. I note he gets to travel to both events with his best friend Ashley Wagner!
Papadakis/Cizeron: TEB was obvious, and I'm happy because they are now the #1 French team to annoy Didier. Cup of China is also a strong chance for them to podium, that should overall be quite an interesting field for ice dance.
Elena Radionova: Skate America she has quite a decent shot to win, depending on which version of Tuktamysheva and Gold show up. TEB could be a harder field but we get a Radinovoa/Lipnitskaia throwdown!
Ashley Wagner: I don't know what to make of the ladies' field at Skate Canada. I am surprised to say I think Ashley could very well medal. (I say surprised because I fear she's being dumped by the judges.) TEB will be more competitive, but she's in the running for the bronze.
Anna Pogorilaya: I was not a huge fan of Anna at the start of last season, but she grew on me over the season and I love the exhibitions she skated in the spring. She needs to solidify herself as a contender this season with so many young Russians eligible to move up next year. Skate Canada seems like a good placement for her, COR will be reallllly interesting with her up against Sotnitkova.
Tatsuki Machida: I would say he might be the favorite for Skate America. TEB probably slightly harder but still a chance.
Denis Ten: skating the same two as Machida! Overall, just wishing an injury/illness free season for Denis!
Adam Rippon: With Chan out, he has a chance to podium at Skate Canada. A lot of 'athletic' skaters at this event so as an 'artistic' skater he will stand out. TEB is a good fit for him but it will be competitive. I note he gets to travel to both events with his best friend Ashley Wagner!