Nathan Chen

[sheetz]

I doubt that he had a new EX prepared for Worlds, he was still at Yale at the time. I wish he had a new one now, given that he had the time now, but since he skated Rocketman for COI, I'm afraid it's rather unlikely.

I would think he did have a new EX because he debuted Next to Me at last year's Worlds when his schedule was not much different. My guess is that he was asked to perform Rocketman by the show producers.

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SA roundup from Yale newspaper

Nathan Chen ’23 takes gold at 2020 Skate America

“Nathan Chen wins once again.” As NBC Sports commentator Terry Gannon sent the broadcast to commercial, a familiar outcome greeted figure skating fans across the […]

yaledailynews.com

 

[Tahuu]

I'm guessing he took it easy for LVI and only did 3 quads: 4Lo and 2 4Ts.

Maybe a 4S as well... Didn't Raf say in the interview he solved his FS issues? Which probably means he was pounding on the edge jumps.

Crazy to think, but if Peter and the Wolf” gala were of any indication, he might repeat the same FS layout with 3Lo to 4Lo.

 

[lurkz2]

Crazy to think, but if Peter and the Wolf” gala were of any indication, he might repeat the same FS layout with 3Lo to 4Lo.

He has been more careful during his senior career, he might even move some of the quads to the first half like he did last WTT. Aside from the loop, my guess is a quad toeloop (or two) and maybe a salchow.

 

[Victura]

On the most recent IceTalk episode, Mirai talked about how Nathan’s FS was a highlight for her at Skate America, and she also mentioned that he did Rocketman for the gala.

Article on the wildfire evacuations: https://www.teamusa.org/News/2020/O...es-As-Fire-Temporarily-Closes-California-Rink

 

[sheetz]

Olympic Channel features based on his recent IG live interview.
video: https://www.olympicchannel.com/en/video/detail/nathan-chen-beijing-2022-target-skate-america-win/
article: https://www.olympicchannel.com/en/s...ive-beijing-2022-winter-games-figure-skating/

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[LutzDance]

https://weibo.com/1805036724/JrSmb30L3?ssl_rnd=1604239110.362&type=comment

Nathan wishing everyone good luck at Cup of China.

https://twitter.com/NathanChenJP/status/1322723109229662210?s=20

Enjoying donuts with Mariah and the Brezinas.

https://nathanchen.figureskatersonline.com/photos/2020-skate-america/

Nathan's website updated with Skate America photos.

*From earlier this week

https://www.instagram.com/p/CG5pdGvnOm0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
https://www.instagram.com/p/CG5tSCDpO7X/?igshid=1552ucnaksr37
https://www.instagram.com/p/CG5upPTD7Jc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
https://twitter.com/NathanChenJP/status/1321568276594393088?s=20

Nathan discovered his alternative life goal with Mariah and Kaitlin in San Diego.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CG8TZgDnbgJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Vote! Looks like he was back in OC.

 

[sheetz]

Reminder that NBC is airing SA gala today.

 

[alexaa]

Nathan Rocketman SA gala with both 540 kick or hitch kick single lutz or whatever kick and backflip

Las Vegas Skating Spectacular Nathan Chen Rocket Man🚀

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also, glimpse of Nathan in the beginning of the gala

https://twitter.com/USFigureSkating/status/1322947904819122178?s=20

 

[sheetz]

Very easy, laid back rocketman. I wonder if this was filmed right after the team event.

 

[figskatefan]

Very easy, laid back rocketman. I wonder if this was filmed right after the team event.

Sheets, was he wearing a T with subtle glitter? Loved the extras he put in since he didn’t have to worry about 4 quads.

 

[LutzDance]

lol he was not in the mood for edge jumps. Good performance though!

 

[Ella5555]

Very easy, laid back rocketman. I wonder if this was filmed right after the team event.

That’s what I was thinking as well. I loved the relaxed feel of it. Some of those triples looked like doubles. Lovely performance, but I’m guessing he was bit tired with both Skate America and the Team Event happening within a couple of days of each other. No need to push himself here. His arms seemed longer in this performance. Guessing it was because of the black tee.

 

[1111bm]

Sheets, was he wearing a T with subtle glitter? Loved the extras he put in since he didn’t have to worry about 4 quads.

I noticed that too. But it wasn't glitter, just dots printed on the fabric with a slight sheen. Probably as far as he will ever go on that front hehe.

 

[shine]

I was feelin' in today Thought he finally put in the necessary pacing and feeling in the slow section, and the right amount of swag during the dance break!

 

[Arbitrary]

FSO forum states there is a pirate video of 4Ax attempt (not 100%, landed on a knee/side). They could not publish it due to legal restrictions.

Анонсы прыжков и элементов. Только ссылки

fso.icebb.ru

 

[zebobes]

FSO forum states there is a pirate video of 4Ax attempt (not 100%, landed on a knee/side). They could not publish it due to legal restrictions.

And then on a Yuzu forum, they found and posted a copy where they are gleefully discussing at how Nathan is a good ways away from landing it. .

Seeing the video, now I know why Nathan says it's a long ways away, but at the same time, it's always exciting/scary to think about what might be coming in the future.

Poor Nathan, tries to be lowkey, and then the entire figure skating world starts gossiping about his attempt.

 

[Lunalovesskating]

And then on a Yuzu forum, they found and posted a copy where they are gleefully discussing at how Nathan is a good ways away from landing it. .

Seeing the video, now I know why Nathan says it's a long ways away, but at the same time, it's always exciting/scary to think about what might be coming in the future.

Poor Nathan, tries to be lowkey, and then the entire figure skating world starts gossiping about his attempt.

The video on Planet Hanyu is not the original video, it is extremly blurry and discolored, looks like someone filmed their computer screen with their phone. The original is not as blurry (still not grear quality) and you can see the landing better and can see that he is just a quarter off.

 

[Hollymolly]

Well, I know the person who took this video doesn’t want to post it in public bc Nathan’s team (maybe Raf?) doesn’t want to show in public, but now.....

 

[discode]

TSL of all people seemed impressed by his attempt and we all know it pains them to say anything nice about Nathan most of the time, so I take it that is was actually pretty good attempt.

 

[1111bm]

Well, I know the person who took this video doesn’t want to post it in public bc Nathan’s team (maybe Raf?) doesn’t want to show in public, but now.....

Anyways, my inbox is always open...