Elena Radionova
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That intense look, given the size and beauty of her Emerald Oceans, is just mesmorizing...
Her mimic and expression are second to none (watch her interviews and periscope: pictures never do justice do the dynamics of mimic and expression). I really wonder if she could actually be a successful actress.
Back to the GPS. Lena seems to be under the radar for the start of the season. No news, no interviews, no nothing. Yet, this is good. She can train in solitude without cheap, "yellow page" media harassment (J.Lip switching to pairs rumors, etc.).
Sorry. Gott a little carried away, I guess. Maybe I'm just super excited to see her live at Rostelecom (my first FS competition that I'll be seeing live
)edit: forgot to commend you on the Harvard hoodie gift. Saw that post back in april.
No sure what I'll try to present as a gift. Definitely can't be something of local culture since Elena and I live in the same crowded metropolis.
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This is already 100000X better than Titanic :gclap:
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Her mimic and expression are second to none (watch her interviews and periscope: pictures never do justice do the dynamics of mimic and expression). I really wonder if she could actually be a successful actress.
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Sorry. Gott a little carried away, I guess. Maybe I'm just super excited to see her live at Rostelecom (my first FS competition that I'll be seeing live
I would love to see Lena someday as an actress
And wow! I am excited for you on RC, I hope you can have your moment too with Lena just like Batsuchan
:dance: I want Lena to win CoR to prove the doom and gloom naysayers wrong...
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Interesting choice of programs. It's good that Elena is never boring in her choices imho. I'm not a hater of her Titanic program though. I wish her all the best. Even if it's not working out, that's okay, because this is the season to experiment, make mistakes or just simply the season to leave puberty behind.
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Elena will do a live chat for VK tomorrow at 20:00 MSK time tomorrow. You can submit questions now through CSKA's page.
https://vk.com/feed?w=wall-81968113_16473
https://vk.com/feed?w=wall-81968113_16473
Max Aaron has used "Nessun Dorma" from Turandot as his SP for the past two seasons/is still using it. I can't think of anyone else off the top of my head...
silverfoxes, you beat me to it!
Hopefully some of the Russian speakers will tune in and let us know what Lena said...?
I'm going to try to listen but I won't understand anything...
Lena looks more relaxed now and she's isn't in bad shape on the contrary
https://www.instagram.com/p/BME9aRjjvpg/?taken-by=lenok_radionova&hl=en
what are her chances of winning CoR ???
https://www.instagram.com/p/BME9aRjjvpg/?taken-by=lenok_radionova&hl=en
what are her chances of winning CoR ???
That intense look, given the size and beauty of her Emerald Oceans, is just mesmorizing...
Her mimic and expression are second to none (watch her interviews and periscope: pictures never do justice do the dynamics of mimic and expression). I really wonder if she could actually be a successful actress.
Back to the GPS. Lena seems to be under the radar for the start of the season. No news, no interviews, no nothing. Yet, this is good. She can train in solitude without cheap, "yellow page" media harassment (J.Lip switching to pairs rumors, etc.).
Sorry. Gott a little carried away, I guess. Maybe I'm just super excited to see her live at Rostelecom (my first FS competition that I'll be seeing live
edit: forgot to commend you on the Harvard hoodie gift. Saw that post back in april.
Ooh, you are so lucky to see her live at Rostelecom!! So jealous. Hope you find something cool to give her, and please give us live reports
. I'm getting more excited about Turandot. Elena seems to enjoy performing to epic love stories (Titanic, Bodyguard), so I guess Turandot fits that theme. Agree with Batsuchan though. Hope she sticks to the more traditional version (like Shoma) and no weird pop/remix versions...
Sorry. Gott a little carried away, I guess. Maybe I'm just super excited to see her live at Rostelecom (my first FS competition that I'll be seeing live
edit: forgot to commend you on the Harvard hoodie gift. Saw that post back in april.
Thanks!!
Sooo jealous that you get to see Rostelecom live!!! I hope you get to meet Lena too!**
Here's another photo of Lena at the VK live chat:
https://vk.com/wall33602606_9690
GoogleTranslate:
Today broke all records on the air!133 thousand. People online listen to me! There were many awesome questions, unfortunatelydid not have time to answer them up, but will make up for them next time
It was very interesting for me to answer your questions, and I hope it has been interesting to listen to me! All love, kiss
your sake
And here's the video!!
https://vk.com/teamcska?z=video-77467403_456239141/7cba2f130080e19e0b/pl_wall_-77467403
It might be easier to watch on youtube (but the audio synching is a bit off):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cgTfxYGRgs
There's no sound for the first 1.5 minutes, but then it comes on..
Lena's hair is sooooo long!!
She's really starting to look like Rapunzel! 
What is she saying????? Please someone translate...
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Here we go!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cgTfxYGRgs
Questions asked by different VK (Russian Facebook) users.
From 1:40 - If not figure skating, what type of sport would you be involved in?
Artistic [that's rhythmic, not athletic] gymnastics. It is beautiful and feminine, just like FS. Also, tennis. Perhaps not as feminine but still very engaging. I tried playing it during my free time and loved it! I do have a bit more free time now since I finished school and enrolled into college [last year of school + all the tests = loaded year].
2:30 - Where did you start training and where are you now? Have any of your early career teammates lasted in the sport?
I've been in CSKA [Central Sports C(K)lub of the Army] my whole life. This is now my 15'th year here. From the initial group that started with me, I am the only one left.
3:40 - Thoughts on Pairs of Ice Dance switch?
I am too tall for pairs, I am 165 cm... to be exact 167 cm. (lol). Pair elements are pretty scary as well. As for dance, I've always had interest in this discipline and do consider trying it after singles.
~5:00-7:00.
She talks about a loaded work day and lack of free time. She finished 10'th and 11'th grade in one year (external studies). She is very disciplined in her schedule and has only been late twice for training in her career. She also doesn't find it difficult to wake up at 6-7 AM on weekends.
~10:00 - How is the relationship among skaters at a competition. Is it more difficult to skate alongside teammates?
The relationship between skaters is good no matter what country they come from. They are more concentrated during skates, obviously. After competition everyone unwinds and we get to communicate more freely. Skating with teammates is a new experience for me since I was the only high-profile skater in my group. Now there are three of us [+ Kovtun and Voronov].
13:10 - Tell us about your character traits!
I have a very positive outlook. I also try to be sincere - if I don't like something, I would rather tell it straight-up to a person rather that talk behind their backs. I really dislike when people do that and consider it a terrible trait. So: sincerity, kindness... Maybe I am propping myself up right now, it is better for others to judge, but those are the qualities I like.
14:00 - Tell us about your programs, the long in particular as we haven't seen it yet.
The short is a jazz/blues type. The long is a contrast to the short - here I am in the image of princess Turandot, the program is choreographed by Nadezhda Kanaeva. It is a classical music piece which I wouldn't exactly call lyrical since the princess falls in love at the end. Stylistically the SP is a little closer to me. All in all, I love all ove my programs because I approach music choice with great responsibility along with the choice of dresses. The color of the dresses is a secret for now, so I invite all of you to see me at Rostelecom.
17:30 - How important is a dress/costume for a program to be successful/
About one third of a program's success relies on the dress for this is figure skating, aesthetics play a big role. [She is talking about appearance as a whole, not just the dress.]
19:05 - Here is an interesting question from VK user Pavel Yemelyanov - What are the chances for a regular guy to win the heart of a figure skater?
I don't even know... As they say, the impossible is possible [dodges the question! As for you Pavel, get in line behind the guy who asked the same question on radio Mayak, hombre]
19:40 - What was the most important piece of advice given to you and by whom?
To strive toward your goals and never give up. No one in particular told me this, its just my life motto.
21:45 - Do you plan to increase the difficulty of your programs and what is your opinion on "ultra C" (3A and such) elements?
This is figure skating, a beautiful type of sport. In the rush for hard elements, some of that beauty gets lost. My approach is to improve the quality of my skating, my programs, my presentation. There are two paths in skating right now: some improve their skating and some try to learn new difficult jumps. I belong to the former.
23:00 - If an FS competition was held on the moon, a skater, spending the same amount of energy as on a triple jump on Earth, could complete 25 rotations. Would you participate in such a competition?
[laughs] I'm pretty sure there would be a lot of new elements created at such a competition. Competing there... why not?
Lena then talks about her mother playing an important role in her career. She is a source of motivation and support for her and helps Elena during times of doubt and struggle. She also talks about not focusing on judging and chances at a Rostelecom victory. She says (and not for the first time!) that she just needs to skate clean and show her full potential. She says that her main competitor is herself.
30:40 - Did you watch the Rio Olympics and who did you root for?
Yes I did! Generally, I was rooting for everyone on team Russia but in particular, I was rooting for our female gymnasts. I know these girls since we communicate with each other.
31:35 - Where do you see yourself outside of FS? What are the other professions that you'd like to fulfill?
I wanted, and still want to be an actress. I feel that this is my type of thing. I plan to have a 2'nd college degree. I am not sure how my athletic career will pan out. I haven't decided what my future path will be. It could be acting, fashion, management, possibly coaching - working with little kids. I also think about becoming a choreographer.
33:10 - Do you have plans about opening your own school of figure skating?
Yes. A great example is Irina Alexandrovna Viner. She gathered all of Russia's [rhythmic (the artistic one)] gymnastics. I admire her approach as she made our gymnasts so dominant for many years in a row. I would like to be like her, to create a single base with lots of ice and plenty of high profile specialists in P.E., medicine, choreography, etc.
34:15 - Arseniy Sidkin asks - what do you think about the current trend of men wearing beards?
If you have a beard, I'll tell you no (laughs). I don’t like it. Maybe a light bristle is nice, but beards? No, definitely no. [Now you know what to do with your beard, Arseniy! Oh and the line is right over there, you go behind Pavel]
35:00 - Your fashion preferences?
My style wanders from here to there depending on my mood. I do try to follow trends, more or less. I could wear a skirt with high heels, as I consider it feminine, but could also wear boots or sporty clothes.
37:10 - Your hobbies
Not much time to pursue a hobby. I do though like to dance, different styles. Dancing skills are obviously important in FS. I also like when my fans make Radionova dolls or cute bear cubs who wear my competition dresses. I try to collect them with each competition. A lot of toys I receive go to foster homes and charities.
In the interview she mentions that her favorite music is hip-hop and RnB though she could listen to classical music as well. She admits to being a bit of a shopoholic She does her own hair and makeup. Some guy asked her about cooking skills (you go behind Arseniy, my comrade!). She has no time but, given what little she can fix, she considers herself quite successful.
43:50 - Would you pick eternal youth or boundless fame?
It would be interesting to live long and see what the future holds. However, wouldn't one get bored living for so long. I think it's best to combine the two, if possible.
Elena mentions that she loves Moscow and thinks it's a really wonderful city. Wow she REALLY has a positive outlook (guys, live in Moscow for at least few years....). Regarding foreign countries, she likes Europe the most, particularly France. Japan comes in second. She also withes to travel to Australia and New Zeland.
47:05 - Without which character traits is it impossible to be a successful skater?
If you are a soft person, if you are the type who loses motivation after encountering your first struggle, then (she shakes her head) you will not become a good skater. You must set a goal and follow through to the end. You also have to be a sincere person because sincerity in our time is a rare... there are very few sincere people these days, but you have to be that. At the same time you have to be strong and not let anyone push you around.
48:05 - Again, Pavel Yemelyanov asks you a question - what type of flowers do you like? I think Pavel might be standing behind our studio doors.
(both Elena and the interviewer laugh) I don’t have any flowers in particular that I like. I do though like large bouquets. Maybe a hundred roses and a hundred tulips. You know, a wow amount that will take your breath away.
[LOOOOL, I love this answer. Lena, what a slick way to drop a dude. Pavel, buddy, you ready to open up your wallet for 100 roses and 100 tulips???
]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cgTfxYGRgs
Questions asked by different VK (Russian Facebook) users.
From 1:40 - If not figure skating, what type of sport would you be involved in?
Artistic [that's rhythmic, not athletic] gymnastics. It is beautiful and feminine, just like FS. Also, tennis. Perhaps not as feminine but still very engaging. I tried playing it during my free time and loved it! I do have a bit more free time now since I finished school and enrolled into college [last year of school + all the tests = loaded year].
2:30 - Where did you start training and where are you now? Have any of your early career teammates lasted in the sport?
I've been in CSKA [Central Sports C(K)lub of the Army] my whole life. This is now my 15'th year here. From the initial group that started with me, I am the only one left.
3:40 - Thoughts on Pairs of Ice Dance switch?
I am too tall for pairs, I am 165 cm... to be exact 167 cm. (lol). Pair elements are pretty scary as well. As for dance, I've always had interest in this discipline and do consider trying it after singles.
~5:00-7:00.
She talks about a loaded work day and lack of free time. She finished 10'th and 11'th grade in one year (external studies). She is very disciplined in her schedule and has only been late twice for training in her career. She also doesn't find it difficult to wake up at 6-7 AM on weekends.
~10:00 - How is the relationship among skaters at a competition. Is it more difficult to skate alongside teammates?
The relationship between skaters is good no matter what country they come from. They are more concentrated during skates, obviously. After competition everyone unwinds and we get to communicate more freely. Skating with teammates is a new experience for me since I was the only high-profile skater in my group. Now there are three of us [+ Kovtun and Voronov].
13:10 - Tell us about your character traits!
I have a very positive outlook. I also try to be sincere - if I don't like something, I would rather tell it straight-up to a person rather that talk behind their backs. I really dislike when people do that and consider it a terrible trait. So: sincerity, kindness... Maybe I am propping myself up right now, it is better for others to judge, but those are the qualities I like.
14:00 - Tell us about your programs, the long in particular as we haven't seen it yet.
The short is a jazz/blues type. The long is a contrast to the short - here I am in the image of princess Turandot, the program is choreographed by Nadezhda Kanaeva. It is a classical music piece which I wouldn't exactly call lyrical since the princess falls in love at the end. Stylistically the SP is a little closer to me. All in all, I love all ove my programs because I approach music choice with great responsibility along with the choice of dresses. The color of the dresses is a secret for now, so I invite all of you to see me at Rostelecom.
17:30 - How important is a dress/costume for a program to be successful/
About one third of a program's success relies on the dress for this is figure skating, aesthetics play a big role. [She is talking about appearance as a whole, not just the dress.]
19:05 - Here is an interesting question from VK user Pavel Yemelyanov - What are the chances for a regular guy to win the heart of a figure skater?
I don't even know... As they say, the impossible is possible [dodges the question! As for you Pavel, get in line behind the guy who asked the same question on radio Mayak, hombre
]19:40 - What was the most important piece of advice given to you and by whom?
To strive toward your goals and never give up. No one in particular told me this, its just my life motto.
21:45 - Do you plan to increase the difficulty of your programs and what is your opinion on "ultra C" (3A and such) elements?
This is figure skating, a beautiful type of sport. In the rush for hard elements, some of that beauty gets lost. My approach is to improve the quality of my skating, my programs, my presentation. There are two paths in skating right now: some improve their skating and some try to learn new difficult jumps. I belong to the former.
23:00 - If an FS competition was held on the moon, a skater, spending the same amount of energy as on a triple jump on Earth, could complete 25 rotations. Would you participate in such a competition?
[laughs] I'm pretty sure there would be a lot of new elements created at such a competition. Competing there... why not?
Lena then talks about her mother playing an important role in her career. She is a source of motivation and support for her and helps Elena during times of doubt and struggle. She also talks about not focusing on judging and chances at a Rostelecom victory. She says (and not for the first time!) that she just needs to skate clean and show her full potential. She says that her main competitor is herself.
30:40 - Did you watch the Rio Olympics and who did you root for?
Yes I did! Generally, I was rooting for everyone on team Russia but in particular, I was rooting for our female gymnasts. I know these girls since we communicate with each other.
31:35 - Where do you see yourself outside of FS? What are the other professions that you'd like to fulfill?
I wanted, and still want to be an actress. I feel that this is my type of thing. I plan to have a 2'nd college degree. I am not sure how my athletic career will pan out. I haven't decided what my future path will be. It could be acting, fashion, management, possibly coaching - working with little kids. I also think about becoming a choreographer.
33:10 - Do you have plans about opening your own school of figure skating?
Yes. A great example is Irina Alexandrovna Viner. She gathered all of Russia's [rhythmic (the artistic one)] gymnastics. I admire her approach as she made our gymnasts so dominant for many years in a row. I would like to be like her, to create a single base with lots of ice and plenty of high profile specialists in P.E., medicine, choreography, etc.
34:15 - Arseniy Sidkin asks - what do you think about the current trend of men wearing beards?
If you have a beard, I'll tell you no (laughs). I don’t like it. Maybe a light bristle is nice, but beards? No, definitely no. [Now you know what to do with your beard, Arseniy! Oh and the line is right over there, you go behind Pavel
]35:00 - Your fashion preferences?
My style wanders from here to there depending on my mood. I do try to follow trends, more or less. I could wear a skirt with high heels, as I consider it feminine, but could also wear boots or sporty clothes.
37:10 - Your hobbies
Not much time to pursue a hobby. I do though like to dance, different styles. Dancing skills are obviously important in FS. I also like when my fans make Radionova dolls or cute bear cubs who wear my competition dresses. I try to collect them with each competition. A lot of toys I receive go to foster homes and charities.
In the interview she mentions that her favorite music is hip-hop and RnB though she could listen to classical music as well. She admits to being a bit of a shopoholic
She does her own hair and makeup. Some guy asked her about cooking skills (you go behind Arseniy, my comrade!). She has no time but, given what little she can fix, she considers herself quite successful.43:50 - Would you pick eternal youth or boundless fame?
It would be interesting to live long and see what the future holds. However, wouldn't one get bored living for so long. I think it's best to combine the two, if possible.
Elena mentions that she loves Moscow and thinks it's a really wonderful city. Wow she REALLY has a positive outlook (guys, live in Moscow for at least few years....). Regarding foreign countries, she likes Europe the most, particularly France. Japan comes in second. She also withes to travel to Australia and New Zeland.
47:05 - Without which character traits is it impossible to be a successful skater?
If you are a soft person, if you are the type who loses motivation after encountering your first struggle, then (she shakes her head) you will not become a good skater. You must set a goal and follow through to the end. You also have to be a sincere person because sincerity in our time is a rare... there are very few sincere people these days, but you have to be that. At the same time you have to be strong and not let anyone push you around.
48:05 - Again, Pavel Yemelyanov asks you a question - what type of flowers do you like? I think Pavel might be standing behind our studio doors.
(both Elena and the interviewer laugh) I don’t have any flowers in particular that I like. I do though like large bouquets. Maybe a hundred roses and a hundred tulips. You know, a wow amount that will take your breath away.
[LOOOOL, I love this answer. Lena, what a slick way to drop a dude. Pavel, buddy, you ready to open up your wallet for 100 roses and 100 tulips???
]
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THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TRANSLATING, Tyranid!!! 
Here's a version of the interview with better sound:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISLSXw-x4eA
I guess Lena didn't say too much about how her training is going, but I'm super excited to see her new costumes!! And see her play a princess!! Though I'm a little confused why she thinks it's "not lyrical" because the princess falls in love.... 
It was really sweet to hear about how her mom supports her.
I was also kind of surprised to read that Lena would like to open a figure skating center like how Irina Viner has one for RG...(Maybe Lena will have to marry an oligarch to afford that! )
I also
at all of Lena's answers for the questions from the guys!! We'll see if Lena gets a huge bouquet one of these days...
Here's a version of the interview with better sound:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISLSXw-x4eA
I guess Lena didn't say too much about how her training is going, but I'm super excited to see her new costumes!! And see her play a princess!!
Though I'm a little confused why she thinks it's "not lyrical" because the princess falls in love.... It was really sweet to hear about how her mom supports her.
I was also kind of surprised to read that Lena would like to open a figure skating center like how Irina Viner has one for RG...(Maybe Lena will have to marry an oligarch to afford that!
)I also
at all of Lena's answers for the questions from the guys!! We'll see if Lena gets a huge bouquet one of these days... 
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To Lenok doing 25 rotation jumps on the moon
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TYRANID!!! 
Thank you, Tyranid!!! Elena's interviews are always interesting. Though I love to see her skate and wish her all the success possible in the skating world, I am glad she seems to be making future plans (acting, fashion, coaching) beyond figure skating. It sounds like she has a very good support network as well.
ETA: I just realized we'll be seeing Lena next week at her first competition!! Go fight, Lena
ETA: I just realized we'll be seeing Lena next week at her first competition!! Go fight, Lena
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Lena and her friend Erica at the CSKA match today:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMMkklXBNsm/?taken-by=erica3009
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMMN8ILBr6_/?taken-by=elena_radionova_fan
What a cutie!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMMkklXBNsm/?taken-by=erica3009
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMMN8ILBr6_/?taken-by=elena_radionova_fan
What a cutie!
And more photos of Lena and Erica:
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7bff/g36u57epR1o.jpg
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c3e/6N9Viat1L9Y.jpg
Cutie!
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c11/uMe4wwfmfgM.jpg
Lena totally looks like she's modeling for some ski wear company here:
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c23/IfPgpojN8XQ.jpg
Eek, Rostelecom is almost here. OMG, so nervous!!!
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7bff/g36u57epR1o.jpg
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c3e/6N9Viat1L9Y.jpg
Cutie!
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c11/uMe4wwfmfgM.jpg
Lena totally looks like she's modeling for some ski wear company here:
https://pp.vk.me/c638117/v638117606/7c23/IfPgpojN8XQ.jpg
Eek, Rostelecom is almost here. OMG, so nervous!!!
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