2023-24 Russian Nationals Free Dance

[AlexBreeze]

What a great competition.

I don't like that a lot of Russian fans hate ice dance. Yeah, maybe there are no leaders like SinKats. But the general level... It was a very exciting competition. Much better than last year. And what will happen next season with three new couples and three junior moved up couples.....

 

[CaroLiza_fan]

I think it's safe to say that Ivan is happy with the score.

Well deserved winners of both FD and overall.

CaroLiza_fan

 

[anonymoose_au]

Aww I love a Happy Ivan! Look at that

Congratulations to all the medallists!

 

[Mathematician]

What a great competition.

I don't like that a lot of Russian fans hate ice dance. Yeah, maybe there are no leaders like SinKats. But the general level... It was a very exciting competition. Much better than last year. And what will happen next season with three new couples and three junior moved up couples.....

Its a shame many Russians only watch when they feel they are the best, rather than for love of skating.

 

[AlexBreeze]

Meanwhile Shevchenko/Ezhlov are complaining in the mixed zone. But I don't see who they thought they were supposed to be above.

 

[anonymoose_au]

Heh, Maxim T is a lumberjack and he's OK...

 

[AlexBreeze]

S/B have announced a new exhibition.

 

[CaroLiza_fan]

Heh, Maxim T is a lumberjack and he's OK...

I was going to post a GIF, but I've done that before. So, since the competition is over, here's the actual video:

Monty Python - "Lumberjack Song"

Sorry if I'm treading on your toes @balabam

CaroLiza_fan

 

[Cherub721]

I thought L/G were excellent and thought they would stay on the podium. Did I miss a mistake? I'm happy for Irina and David though. To be honest, although I liked them when they started out, I would have rather K/B missed the podium but they certainly skated better than last year when they won! S/B were wonderful.

Second group was my favorite. Great event.

 

[AlexBreeze]

I thought L/G were excellent and thought they would stay on the podium. Did I miss a mistake?

They ruined the last lift (level 2 + low goe). And overall Leontieva's SS are not very strong, which is reflected in the PCS and levels. But they could stay above Sh/D if not the mistake.

 

[Dreamer57]

Apparently, Devid's mistake costed a silver medal.

I saw a stumble towards the end, but otherwise I liked this program. Choreo slide and lift look more unique and interesting!
I thought K/B were ahead by quite a few points in the rhythm dance.
Irina & Devid can challenge for silver next season, they have a lot of potential.

And I'm just happy to see Sasha and Ivan back on the ice and thriving.

 

[CaroLiza_fan]

Ice Dance Podium Ceremony on now before the Gala starts.

Livestream for Podium Ceremonies is now on air.

Here is the link for the archived livestream:
https://www.1tv.ru/sport/chempionat...-chempionat-rossii-po-figurnomu-kataniyu-2024

Hope this helps

CaroLiza_fan