2016 World Championships Ladies Free Skate

[ramurphy2005]

My only gripe is about the NBC time delay for those on the West coast. It sucks!

I hate that TV networks are mean to people on the West coast with live events. I remember the same kind of gripes from people during the Olympics, too.

 

[dna5019]

Hmmmm, I think I like Viveca. :yes:

 

[Layback11]

Just found out I'm sitting next to Viveca's mom!

 

[ruffledgrouse]

YES VIVECA!!! Revenge!

 

[Tolstoj]

As to your comment about the Medvedeva thread, I've never read it - but I don't see how what other people have said about her justifies your comments about Gracie.

My comment wasn't about Gracie herself, i hate these situations where the home advantage pushes so hard a skater, and you can avoid this only if that skater bomb the performance.

It is still not verified that this would be the case but after the SP i have this feeling, that's just my opinion like it or not.

 

[TMC]

I think she doesn't have to be on the list regardless unless tonight is a true disaster- making the LP at all (especially after her Euros mess) is a big accomplishment and I like to think she knows it, especially in her first year as a senior.

Euros mess? She was top ten and got Finland two spots

 

[DaPurpleDino]

Whoever is skating now (Viveca?) has really soft knees when she lands her jumps :thumbsup:

 

[sequinsgalore]

1 Viveca LINDFORS (FIN)

Music: Don't cry for me Argentina (from "Evita") by Andrew Lloyd Webber, performed by Madonna

Purple strapless dress, silver sparkle

3T+3T
3Lz+2T
3F
FCSp
2Lz
2A+1Lo+2F
LSp
StSq
3S - tight
2A
ChSq
CCoSp3p

One pop, otherwise solid with 5 triples. Promising skater, just needs more speed and expression

FS: 57.08+45.67 = 102.75, 152.93, 1/1

 

[whatif]

TAT commenting again, some nice words about Yuzuru, who she says came to her today and apologised for disappointing skate. Also she spoke with Rippon who said that he is at happiest time of his life and very happy with Arutiunyan.

 

[tulosai]

I am SO looking forward to seeing how Viveca develops over the next few years. She has great musicality already and all the triple jumps... she really could be someone to watch very soon.

 

[randomfan]

Too bad about doubling, but I enjoyed watching Viveca skate!

 

[rollerblade]

I'm so bummed that Eurosport isn't covering this! Love their commentary. TAT never gives me a moment's peace to enjoy a program.

They will, but not live. The event starts at midnight their time.

 

[Crossover]

Good job, Viveca!

Except doubling 3lz, it was a good skate for the Worlds debutante.

 

[Seren]

I feel bad for her too but she really does have some lovely qualities to her skating.

 

[matcha]

Solid opening to the competition. Hopefully this bodes well for the rest.

 

[ruffledgrouse]

Just found out I'm sitting next to Viveca's mom!

Tell her her daughter gained fans :agree:

She still looks upset. Why? That was pretty good, from my eyeshwell:

 

[tulosai]

Just found out I'm sitting next to Viveca's mom!

Tell her I love Viveca and am really looking forward to watching her skate next year! Tell her Viveca has a really nice sense of the music and great lines!

 

[elee63]

So sad the Russian link doesn't work for me keep us updated..

 

[Ares]

Good job, Viveca!

Except doubling 3lz, it was a good skate for the Worlds debutante.

Yes - Viveca and her coach must be proud Her spins are top notch.

 

[Serious Business]

I find Viveca very fidgety. She never let any pose or move sit still and breathe. It drove me a bit nuts.