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2025 Skate Canada Men's Short Program

Great 4F. Love Ilia's back cross rolls into the 3A. Beautiful transition. Nice job. The music switch seems a little jarring. I prefer the snake charmer (?) starting music. Over 100 as he should be.
 
Antiskater with berries. I am not sure what his hands are doing, looks like some snake-like movements. Not much flow out of 3A and the combo.
Overall a strong event.
 
Ilia is just one of a kind skater. He has his own look, his drive and consistency are amazing. Love the way he is blending the gliding and technical elements. Not a fully developed artist, but he is learning about himself and figuring out what he wants his skating to say.
 
I like Stephen's music, although not voiceovers and sound effects. It's peppy, it showcases the effortlessness of his jumps. And they were effortless and his moves were seamless.

I wish he inhabited the music more. Can you imagine Donovan skating to this?
This was the best short program of his that I have seen.
 
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