Slutfan, I don't think that Lambiel is hated in the skating world. I adore Lambiel's skating, especially his spins! I remember hearing that Lambiel was scored lower in his spins due to his choice to utilize fewer positions to showcase the beauty of a held spin. It was my understanding that he hoped to make up the point difference by receiving a higher PCS. Regardless, he is a talented skater and his world standing and WC gold medal testifies to this.
Really, it all comes down to bias. If a judge, skating fan, or whoever prefer a certain thing (great jumps, fast spins, artistry, speed, etc.) they going to praise the skater that demonstrates the quality or qualities they like. If a judge prefers Takahashi's style to Lambiel's style, of course he will score Takahashi higher and vice versa. A skating fan will overlook the flaws of a preferred skater while being quicker to point out the flaws of other skaters. It's all a matter of opinion and bias.
From your posts, I gather you dislike Sasha and loathe Lysacek. You're quick to point out and list their flaws and argue their competition placements. But other posters will defend them just as quickly and highlight all of their skating skills with just as much gusto. It's all a matter of opinion and a willingness to overlook the flaws of the personally loved skater.
It all boils down to what you like, and once a fan, judge, or anybody picks the a style of skating or even particular skater they love they'll back that skater. It's just the nature of the beast.
