- Joined
- Feb 25, 2006
I was heartbroken for Daisuke.
Anyone else have horrific sound issues on IN? I didn't get ANY sound at all on either Max or Adam, then when it did come on it was nothing but muffled echos. So I'd have to say it's as if the Men's SP didn't even happen. Huge disappointment.
About the TES box. Mixed feelings. On one hand it was interesting to see the points rack up, on the other it's also a distraction.
Men's figure skating is pretty easy to judge after all. Land the only clean quad, first place. Skate the only clean program without a quad, second place. Screw up, third through eighth.
I have to say I really see the improvement in Adam Rippon under Rafael Arutunian's tutelage. His skating skills have improved tremendously from what they were and he is much more of a showman and a fighter out there on the ice. He has become more extroverted and more watchable, IMO. A very impressive showing in the SP! YAY ADAM!!!
For you reference: Ivan changed both family name and federation, so Ivan Rigini (not sure of correct spelling) will compete for Italy.Compare his artistry to Ivan Bariev: To me, he's a more thrilling character to watch. I couldn't find his awesome Russian 2012 Nationals FS on youtube, but here is a nice one, have a look: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-hFcqbEaso
He is: as he said during the TSL interview, he has worked a lot on this! And I agree, his presentation is really mature and elegant now, I think that the PCS could have been even a bit higher...I agree. The presentation was much more confident and he didn't stalk the 3A like he's done in the past. Also, I'm not sure if it is just his costuming but does he looks more solid and muscular?
Jason Brown looks like Sue Heck from a tv show called the Middle.
Oh boy!For you reference: Ivan changed both family name and federation, so Ivan Rigini (not sure of correct spelling) will compete for Italy.