Anna Pogorilaya

[matcha]

OK, but has she been officially named to the world team yet?

 

[cathlen]

OK, but has she been officially named to the world team yet?

Not sure. But it's not like Russia has better alternative Zagitova is not eligible. (also, not the most consistent either) So Anna is the only young Russian Lady to compete in 4th Worlds in a row. Isn't that impressive?

 

[mikec0601]

when do they name the team. It's a little over three weeks away.

 

[Fayruza]

she's gorgeous, isn't she?
https://www.instagram.com/p/BRJa6C8hQE4/

 

[cathlen]

she's gorgeous, isn't she?
https://www.instagram.com/p/BRJa6C8hQE4/

She is :luv17:

 

[Ares]

It's Maine Coon. Anna confirmed that in comments section.

I have Main Coon myself (tomcat) - but he is ... very small for his breed - only 8 kilograms of weight , he's big but not giant (I've seen non-breed cats of similar size). My cat is of the popular colouring - Silver Tabby but Anna's cat is black which is rare if it's Maine Coon. Having cat as your pet is just one of many things to adore about Anna

 

[cathlen]

Russian team for Worlds has been confirmed. Anna of course was selected

 

[Arriba627]

Congratulations to Anna! So happy for her.

 

[NoNameFace]

congratulations to Anna and her team, an obvious choice, but still

I feel that if she'll keep her warrior, cool head spirits high and consistency, she can surprise a lot of people...Somehow I have a feeling that no thing is set in stone regarding ladies at upcoming Worlds. I just wish Anna lots of focus and confidence she carries herself with since last so successful Worlds. She has one of best materials this season in her hands, skill, multi-dimensional presentation/expression abilities and right-channelled drama. So much of great things to appreciate about Anna and her skating. Hope she'll shine in Helsinki like a true star she is.

 

[atsumiri]

new video

 

[MaiKatze]

What does she say?

 

[j00mla]

What does she say?

The main points are:
1. She was seriously thinking about retirement, when during puberty suffered from Osgood–Schlatter disease in both knees and at the same time got a concussion. But the disease is cured, and now everything is ОК.
2. For short program she had to take acting lessons. Due to the active facial expressions muscles of the face are hurt sometimes (just after a program).
3. The hardest are the tragic emotions, because for Anna it takes a long time to come out of this state - about an hour.
4. About her cat - 2 years 9 kg etc.
5. About preparing for the World Cup - very general words (now work on the elements mostly, then they will add more physical exercises to increase endurance, and before the championship will reduce them back).

 

[cathlen]

Thank you for link to the video and summary :luv17:

 

[dorispulaski]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X053yCNPfms

Really good video of her Art On Ice performance of Rise Like A Phoenix.

Love that costume change!

 

[cathlen]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X053yCNPfms

Really good video of her Art On Ice performance of Rise Like A Phoenix.

Love that costume change!

Oh, it's better one than I found, thanks Doris! I love this EX

 

[MaiKatze]

It's getting closer...I so hope for Anna to repeat last years fantastic performance. She can do it.

 

[DiamondDust]

Good luck Anna!!! May the odds be in your favor this time around.

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

Good luck to Anna at worlds!! I would love to see her on the podium again!

 

[Latvian]

Pogorilaya in Helsinki - http://cdn1.img.rsport.ru/images/111824/31/1118243104.jpg (photo: Александр Вильф)

 

[Crossover]

Pogorilaya in Helsinki - http://cdn1.img.rsport.ru/images/111824/31/1118243104.jpg (photo: Александр Вильф)

Stunning beauty on the ice.