I think the new version is a bit better. But either way, I hope he gets a stronger LP next year. There's nothing majorly wrong with the current one (outside of the Plushy-circa-1998 outfit. YMMV), but it's just not very... memorable? I like the SP and how it showcases his already-present command of the ice, but the LP doesn't seem to have a solid theme or emotion to convey.
Alexander Petrov
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Comments from Sasha:
"Alexander Petrov won the championship of Russia in Yoshkar-Ola. After the competition, the skater said something to him to work.
"In any program alarmed. Told the press, because the lead after the short program. Do not have time to prepare after a workout. But it is certainly not an excuse.
In any program fell on the second jump in the cascade and Lutz. Perhaps too spilled in the short program. At the beginning I had the arbitrary, then what happened ... I can not explain.
The main conclusion which made for himself, to roll over the program before the World Cup. Work and work that does not get tired. Cooking quad. Without it, there is nothing even jump in six. In general, I will prepare mentally and physically, "- said Alexander Petrov."
http://fsrussia.ru/news/762-aleksandr-petrov-perevolnovalsya-skazalas-otvetstvennost.html
So essentially Sasha said he has no idea why he fell twice. I think he was nervous. Favourite for gold but slim lead. He has to learn to cope with pressure better. But it's good that he has a positive attitude still.
"Alexander Petrov won the championship of Russia in Yoshkar-Ola. After the competition, the skater said something to him to work.
"In any program alarmed. Told the press, because the lead after the short program. Do not have time to prepare after a workout. But it is certainly not an excuse.
In any program fell on the second jump in the cascade and Lutz. Perhaps too spilled in the short program. At the beginning I had the arbitrary, then what happened ... I can not explain.
The main conclusion which made for himself, to roll over the program before the World Cup. Work and work that does not get tired. Cooking quad. Without it, there is nothing even jump in six. In general, I will prepare mentally and physically, "- said Alexander Petrov."
http://fsrussia.ru/news/762-aleksandr-petrov-perevolnovalsya-skazalas-otvetstvennost.html
So essentially Sasha said he has no idea why he fell twice. I think he was nervous. Favourite for gold but slim lead. He has to learn to cope with pressure better. But it's good that he has a positive attitude still.
You know, to be honest, Sasha has by far exceeded my expectations with what he's done with that LP music. When I first heard it at Ljubljana, I thought "what a &^%&$ piece of music for skating". He's actually sold it decently well, better than any of the other young Russians could have. But a weak piece of music remains a weak piece of music. It's very limiting and there's only so much one can do with it choreographically. It was a poor choice on his part.
LP costume was inspired by Yagudin's Winter I think.
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Congratulations indeed!
Uncharacteristically many mistakes, weren't there though, even aside from the 2 falls? I hope he's got the jitters out of his system and can come back strong for JWCH!
His SP is a great program - one of my favourites of the season any discipline. The FP is "merely" all right. But... that's okay. How many skaters have two equally good programs? I'd like to see a better one next season, of course, but this isn't bad or anything.
Uncharacteristically many mistakes, weren't there though, even aside from the 2 falls? I hope he's got the jitters out of his system and can come back strong for JWCH!
His SP is a great program - one of my favourites of the season any discipline. The FP is "merely" all right. But... that's okay. How many skaters have two equally good programs? I'd like to see a better one next season, of course, but this isn't bad or anything.
I agree, Sasha sells it much better than other juniors would. But imagine if his LP were as strong as his SP... (Though as he says in the interview, getting the jumps and the quad out there is probably much more important).
Lol, I see the Winter-ness now, but I will say... of the things to admire in Yagudin's Winter, the outfit is pretty low down on the list.
This quad business is making me very curious. I mean I've seem Aliev's quad, Samarin tried at at Senior Nats, even Lazukin and Kurbanov have attempted it in competition. While I understand the need not to rush things, the lack of even a practice video makes me feel just a little bit antsy.
Lol, is this going to become the Russian equivalent of all the Jason Brown flak? "Sasha, you skated very well, but where's the quad? Quadquadquad."
I personally wouldn't mind if he saved the quad 'til seniors.What could be worrying is that interview where he mentions being more comfortable with 4Lo. Great way to make history, but I wonder how stable a 4Lo can be... seems like toe or salchow are best for integrating the quad into the program, instead being hit-or-miss.
I wouldn't be this antsy if he didn't keep talking about it in interviews!Lol, is this going to become the Russian equivalent of all the Jason Brown flak? "Sasha, you skated very well, but where's the quad? Quadquadquad."
What could be worrying is that interview where he mentions being more comfortable with 4Lo. Great way to make history, but I wonder how stable a 4Lo can be... seems like toe or salchow are best for integrating the quad into the program, instead being hit-or-miss.
He'll go with 4T first I believe. That's what he said in August, that if they do introduce a quad this season, it will be 4T. But August was months ago, so who knows.
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Apropos the quad... I meant to ask, but quite forgot - in the latest interview... what was it he said about the quad? I must confess I really didn't understand! Is he training it? I mean, I know he is, but did he say anything more specific? Did he say anything about Junior Worlds'? Just curious....
New interview that answers your questions:
"Alexander Petrov goal at the Junior World Championships I have one - first place
Today, February 6, at the championship of Russia on Junior Figure Skating Championships in Yoshkar-Ola completed Singles competition. The winner was Alexander Petrov (218.07 points), ahead of Alexander Samarin (209.37) and Dmitry Aliyev (206.15). Their impressions Alexander Petrov shared his special correspondent portal TEAM RUSSIA-2014.
"Overall, I am happy with my ride on the championship of Russia, - said Alexander Petrov. - Short Program generally went right, but in the Long Program failed in the Lutz. However, despite the shortcomings, my coach Alexei Mishin said that all is well. Hope for the World Junior Championships when I come in great shape. The program will not change dramatically, but I plan to insert a quadruple jump."
"The goal at the World Cup I have one - the first place, - said Alexander Petrov. - So after the Russian championship I will rest a couple of days, and then start training. This will be my second world championship, so do not expect great excitement. Especially, the competition will be held in Tallinn (Estonia), where I this season successfully performed at the stage of the Junior Grand Prix. "
http://www.team-russia2014.ru/article/20239.html
Well, he doesn't lack self-confidence, which is good. Mishin is not worried either it seems.
Shoma Uno, Boyang Jin, and Sota Yamamoto.
And Adyan (unless someone in the Fed pushes for Aliev's participation). Chance of a medal is not high, especially since Sasha will be second in the Russian pecking order. BUT stranger things have happened in figure skating so...
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Why, thank you adelia - and Sasha.
(Ask and you shall receive, indeed.) On the one hand I'm really excited - on the other a knot of anxiety immediately formed in my stomach, and I feel a tad... sick.
But it's good he's going in with confidence - I'm quite happy to do all the worrying for him
- as for Mr Mishin... is he ever worried?
One thing he has going for him is that JWs will be held at a relatively new rink in Tallinn. Among the top contenders, only he and Sota Yamamoto have skated there. And he beat Sota to win gold there at the JGP event.Why, thank you adelia - and Sasha.
On the one hand I'm really excited - on the other a knot of anxiety immediately formed in my stomach, and I feel a tad... sick.
But it's good he's going in with confidence - I'm quite happy to do all the worrying for him
Yeah, Mishin, been there seen everything before. The Junior circuit is just a stepping stone in any case. The real contest begins next season with Seniors.
My wish for Sasha is that he will grow a few more centimetres in height over spring/summer time. I think that will help his jumps.
As someone else said also Pitkeev... and don't forget Nathan Chen... it will be quite interesting
Yup, it's the fab four again. Watching the ladies FS now:
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