2018 Olympic Figure Skating Pairs SP

[TontoK]

I actually liked Z/E more than D/R on the night. I wouldn’t have guessed.

 

[Silvia451]

I also miss Stolbova/Klimov....

 

[Anyasnake]

Love this program from Z/E, suits them so well

The level of pairs is unbelievable

 

[synteis]

I actually had to check that you were just joking...they are THAT similar!

I got confused during the team and earlier when the Israeli pair skated. I was like, "I thought his sparkly bits on his top were a little different" XD

 

[anonymoose_au]

Enbert's pants : A+

Those are indeed some boss pants.

Shirt lets him down a bit though.

Look at the Russian cheer section! There mustn't be a Russian flag left in Russia LOL!

 

[gravy]

I'm so nervous for Aliona. :hopelessness:

 

[silverfoxes]

I feel Russian vibes... These two are nothing but a quintessential Russian pair skaters.

I associate Russian skaters with drama, passion and emotion apart from just having nice lines and synchronicity...and they ain't got it

 

[draqq]

Zabiiako / Enbert (RUS)

Nice height on their triple twist, could cover more distance. Clean sbs 3T with fairly good speed going into it. Pretty much clean on the throw 3Lo and a smooth lift and death spiral to match. Pleasant step sequence and good speed through the combo spin.

Another clean performance today! It was romantically nice... very, well, nice. But only that.

 

[Dr. Jenn]

Another well-done skate, but I found that so dull. I spaced out a few times. It's just nice and well done, but not special or memorable.

 

[Lota]

Once again, I don't care if y'all think they're boring, I LOVE THEM!!!!! They have great chemistry, imo. And good technique too, of course

 

[Silvia451]

Now let's see...

 

[EdgeCall]

They may be a bit unfinished in parts, but somehow I like Z/E. They are a bit like a Russian version of Y/Z.

 

[loop9497]

I did not think what Tara said about James/Cipres was to diss them. She made mention of how they aren't the most refined in their elements and I think that was important to point out because they could skate their best and not be in first place (as they did and they weren't). It helps the audience understand the placement better. And I say that as a James/Cipres fan who wants them to make the podium. Sometimes T&J are blunt (and can use a little more tact sometimes), but most of the time they do have valid points. They could work on refining their packaging themselves, but I do think they help educate viewers who aren't completely experts in skating.

 

[sequinsgalore]

20 ZABIIAKO Natalia / ENBERT Alexander (OAR)

Music: The Summer Knows (from “Summer of 42”) by Michel Legrand

Lavender+pink ombre dress / blue blouse, teal pants

3Tw
3T
3LoTh
3Li
FiDs
StSq
PCoSp

Nice clean skate, if a bit bland

SP: 40.13+34.22 = 74.35 (PB), 6/20

 

[sunnystars]

that was pretty...

and that's pretty much it


:scard8:

 

[HollyRose]

Oh gosh, Aliona time :eeking: I'm terrified.

 

[Button's Niece]

10 imaginary internet dollars says Terry and co refer to Aliona's 5th Olympics again.

 

[kevinVchicago]

I liked Z/E better last season. I thought they looked more polished then.

 

[Blushingheart]

If those russians will be 3 ,ahead of chinese i will die

 

[Mista Ekko]

between the two Italians