Shoma Uno: 2014-2024

[Danibellerika]

It pains me to read that he's been having a hard time with his ankle, but Shoma is a fighter. 頑張って、昌磨君！

 

[OniBan]

Why is he like this? :hpull: I’ll help with that suitcase/mummy wrapping too

I think between the two of us we've pulled enough hair to make ourselves bald XDDD

(I'll get the suitcase, you get the tapes/ cotton wool/ clothes strip)

I'm happy to see Shoma skate and smile, I truly enjoy all the photos..though to be honest, there's this condition lying beneath it all that's taking away some of the joy for me. I know lots of people say athletes compete injured all the time, but 3 sprains in a month makes me wonder about the integrity of his ligaments - they need more time than what was given to completely heal, else it'll keep happening and turn into something worse *touch wood*. Not being negative here, just pointing out the medical facts. I hope this won't affect him going into World Championship.

latest Courtney Milan's observation on Shoma during practice:
https://twitter.com/courtneymilan/status/1093378572830425088

I guess I just want to say: his body had endured so much, and he fought so hard, all the time. I'm not sure what he'll want to prove at 4CC in his current condition - but I truly hope he'll find it, and not at the expense of the long-term health of his body. I am not expecting him to win here, not because I doubt his abilities as a skater, but because medically speaking, he would have less chances against far more fit athletes who are not injured. It's just how it is. If I am proven wrong at this (I truly I hope I am), I will be very happy. I'd just be glad if he comes out of this with no aggravated injuries, it's all I want at this point.

There! I said my piece. Now I'm gonna look at tons and tons of smiley Shoma pictures/ peaches to try and feel better. Sorry in advance for being a downer for a bit there - my next post would be something happier or I won't post at all, I promise.

(Also, can we do a prayer circle for Shoma and give the skating gods our most prized chocolates/wine/netflix subscription so his ankle can make it through the competition?)

 

[oatmella]

Hoping he can get through this competition without any further ankle injury and will be healthy for Worlds!

Shoma-Jason moment on Japanese TV:
https://twitter.com/mayo_momo1520/status/1093452392886984704?s=21

 

[Tavi...]

Shoma and Jason:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BtkZp9eAqL0/?utm_source=ig_share_sheet&igshid=1wkhl8sxnd8ch

 

[c3zara]

I think between the two of us we've pulled enough hair to make ourselves bald XDDD

(I'll get the suitcase, you get the tapes/ cotton wool/ clothes strip)

I found something we can use https://twitter.com/ReenieOnIce/status/1093444716622864384?s=20
I agree with what you said but the best thing we can do is try to be positive and trust him, we need to send good energy.
Now I’m curious what costume he’ll use for the SP. What if it’s a new one?!

Aww Shoma and Jason, what can be cuter than that, thanks for sharing.

 

[Bel]

Lots and lots of good luck to Shoma for the SP!! He's a fighter and I'm sure he will give his all for the performance. GO SHOMA!!

 

[Dreamer57]

Lots and lots of good luck to Shoma for the SP!! He's a fighter and I'm sure he will give his all for the performance. GO SHOMA!!

Back to wine and clear run-through!

https://twitter.com/yawning_shoma/status/1093640077136191489

Prayer circle and positive thoughts please!

 

[Grap74]

Joining the prayer circle and sending him the best vibes!! Good luck Shoma!!

 

[moonstruck]

Ganbatte Shoma!!

 

[CuhyShoma]

I am very stressed at this time, but sending Shoma the best vibes. Joining the prayer circle

 

[Bel]

Good job Shoma! I think that went like I expected. The FS is going to be unnerving! Can we already start the prayer circle for that?

 

[asyuraniel]

I just happy Shoma skate well.. Not falling apart

 

[CuhyShoma]

Good job of Shoma considering the little training time due to the injury, I loved that 3A!!

Let's start the prayer group now

 

[Logirl]

Yes

Good job Shoma! I think that went like I expected. The FS is going to be unnerving! Can we already start the prayer circle for that?

I was hoping the short went a little better to give some cushion for the free because the free is so much longer. I really wish he was resting for Worlds although I long to see him when there is no competition.

 

[Dreamer57]

Good job Shoma! I think that went like I expected. The FS is going to be unnerving! Can we already start the prayer circle for that? ��

Shoma skates first in the final group on Saturday!

http://www.isuresults.com/results/season1819/fc2019/SEG002.HTM
Event starts 7 pm UST-8

{3 am UK time D:}

 

[Arriba627]

https://twitter.com/Arriba627FS/status/1093772045291274240

Very proud of the Prince for holding it together tonight, in spite of the ankle. Here he is leaving the ice after the warm up. I was in the 7th row by the K & C, so you could really see their faces. Don't worry Sho. Like Uncle Kurt says "Short program -- get it done!" Well done, all things considered.

I'm thinking maybe for the FS skating first in the last group will be good because he will be warmed up at that point. Hmm. Hard to say, I guess! Really enjoyed the skating tonight.

Adding -- Forgot to say, absolutely LOVE the changes in the music where there is some clapping (or whatever) added. Very cool! Although I originally was focused on the jumps in relation to his injury, I think the steps have to be really tough on his ankle. To think that's how he skates the program while injured. I so LONG to see this program skated to its full potential. It's so wonderful. And the princely purple -- well, I do have a thing about purple!!!!!

 

[Arriba627]

Wait a minute! I want to go backstage too! No fair! https://twitter.com/ClaireCloutier/status/1093735080604819456

Wow -- that's a happy looking draw!
https://twitter.com/ifsmagazine/status/1093772309473574914

 

[Imov]

I have only seen the scores not yet the performances.
Sign me up for the prayer circle.

 

[rabidline]

That.. was great. Kudos to Shoma for keeping it together. I suspect lack of practice did get to him, because he had the clean run-throughs.. it reminded me of Milan 2018 but he didn't double the toe in the combo this time!

Adding -- Forgot to say, absolutely LOVE the changes in the music where there is some clapping (or whatever) added. Very cool! Although I originally was focused on the jumps in relation to his injury, I think the steps have to be really tough on his ankle. To think that's how he skates the program while injured. I so LONG to see this program skated to its full potential. It's so wonderful. And the princely purple -- well, I do have a thing about purple!!!!!

I agree! Love, love, the changes in the part of the music in the StSq. Gonna miss the flamenco pose and dance but the slaps (and also I think Mihoko adjusted the music track to sound wilder and edgier.. the change of guitar chords also sounded rougher) just adds another dimension and flow to the StSq. And I think you're right Arriba.. it's not just the jumps but also the steps (remember Nats) that are affected by his ankle but Shoma's sharpness and fluidity today just blows me away. Knowing he's capable of this even with little practice and a bum ankle... he's really special.

Shoma has sacrificed so much to be here and compete, so best wishes for the FS.. may you have the skate you want and need the most, Sho.

 

[heyheyhey]

He’s still doing 4 quads in the free right? If so, it’s be enough to make up the points gap from
the SP if he lands them relatively well so I think he still has a good chance of winning (applies to Boyang also). I would like him to get Gold, he’s got it in him. Good luck Shoma!