Trusova and Valieva's curling game, Tuktamysheva's quads and Zagitova's shooting: what is being discussed in the world of figure skating

Trusova's new experiments

Alexandra Trusova, after her debut in athletics, is literally snapped up in a variety of sports.

The other day, the silver medalist of the Beijing Olympics tried her hand at curling with Kamila Valieva.

A master class for them was held by two-time European champion Anna Sidorova.

“I really liked it, I like to try new things.

Camila invited me.

Of course it's difficult.

Even just ride.

I'm glad they don't deduct points for falls.

Our coach is the best, thank you very much, ”Trusova said.

And the President of the Russian Curling Federation, Dmitry Svishchev, expressed the desire that the skaters continue to develop in this direction.

“A talented athlete is talented in everything.

At the beginning they did not succeed very well, but at the end of the training they felt confident.

They understood what the curling technique was and got used to it quite quickly.

Now we will work to ensure that Camila and Sasha not only try, but also prove themselves ... in curling.

Let's try to lure them away!"

- quotes the functionary of "Match TV".

After that, Alexandra received a number of proposals.

One of the most popular athletes in the country is ready to be invited to rowing and diving tournaments, as well as to training camps with speed skating and gymnastics teams.

At the same time, the senior coach of the gymnastic team Valentina Rodionenko had a question why Trusova “rushes about” between different classes, because she has “excellent prospects in figure skating”.

“In the mood of this girl, how she is rushing about now, I can only understand that she herself must make some decision and stop somewhere, because now she is in such, I would say, prostration - she doesn’t know what she wants.

And this is always bad for those who play sports of the highest achievements.

It is necessary to focus on one thing and go to this goal to the end, ”Rodionenko said.

But it is unlikely that Alexandra is seriously considering options for changing the species.

Rather, it is a way to add adrenaline to life - like riding amusement rides.

By the way, recently Trusova, together with her young man Mark Kondratyuk, tickled their nerves in Sochi, riding a super-fast trolley over the Akhshtyr Gorge.

Two quads for Tuktamysheva

While Trusova, by and large, is resting from figure skating, Elizaveta Tuktamysheva works for two.

Back in May, at the training camp in Armenia, Alexei Mishin’s ward mastered the quadruple sheepskin coat, and now she is working on two more quads - salchow and lutz.

It is quite possible that in the coming season the Empress will include two quads in the free program at once.

“We will look at the readiness of the salchow.

If she learns it, then, of course, there will be a desire to make two jumps.

And Lisa really wants to achieve just such a result.

A lot also depends on the mood, and she has a very serious one, ”said Tatyana Mishina.

Olympic champion Natalya Bestemyanova praised the 25-year-old athlete for her tireless pursuit of development and self-improvement.

“I think Lisa will succeed.

She has great triples, so why can't she do quads too?

I'm very happy for her.

Who will forbid athletes to develop, to be the best version of themselves yesterday?

Nobody.

Well done, ”quotes the Gazeta.Ru specialist.

Thus, the lack of international starts this season will even benefit Tuktamysheva.

Without serious pressure, she can calmly hone new skills and impose competition on younger rivals.

And in what she already surpasses them, according to designer Alena Kuklycheva, it is in the style of costumes.

“I like the way Tuktamysheva looks.

She stands out a lot.

And most importantly, it suits her.

If you put her dresses on someone else, it will not be the same.

Yes, Elizabeth is criticized for exposing her belly, being too open.

But, first of all, she is an adult girl.

Secondly, she is a beauty, she has something to show.

She expresses herself with her costumes.

Tuktamysheva is not like anyone, you cannot confuse her with anyone.

Her style is unique…”, — quotes the words of Kuklycheva “Championship”.

At the same time, the figure skater combines hard work in Courchevel with outdoor activities.

So, one day she tried to "conquer the wave" on a wakeboard.

The athlete shared a photo with subscribers on social networks and said that she now intends to try her hand at snowboarding.

Acting plans Zagitova

Alina Zagitova, like Trusova, is interested in various activities.

After the suspension of her career, she entered the faculty of journalism, became the host of the Ice Age, and recently put on boxing gloves and went to a demonstration sparring with Olympic champion Oleg Saitov.

Now the famous figure skater admitted that she was also attracted to acting.

“At one time I was interested in trying myself in a movie or TV series.

But in what was offered, I did not like either the plot or the role.

Personally, I love comedy, but I don't know if it will work.

Although our sport, I think, is more difficult than acting, because you have to convey feelings and the plot without words - only with gestures and facial expressions.

On the ice, I had both dramatic and comedic stories.

Completely different music also played - Don Quixote, Swan Lake, Carmen, Phantom of the Opera ... The main thing is that I liked the plot.

Then you could even go to a horror movie.

Why not?"

- quotes the words of Zagitova "Playmaker".

In the meantime, a worthy offer has not been received, Alina starred in the Daring Cooking program.

“They say all the fun happens in the kitchen!

Especially if this is the kitchen of Laysan Utyasheva.

What could two athletes cook?

Of course, proper and healthy food.

And during the preparation, we managed to discuss sports, the career of a TV presenter and much more, ”Zagitova wrote in her Telegram channel.

Financial issue Medvedeva

Evgenia Medvedeva spoke about the prize money she received during her career.

According to the skater, then she did not attach much importance to the financial aspect - the main things were victories and a feeling of delight from the moment when you stand on the top step of the podium.

“Sometimes you go on the Internet and see how much they will give for the victory.

You go to the Grand Prix final and don't even know the prize fund.

I don't remember.

In my opinion, she earned $24,000 for the first place in the world championship. A lot of money, but you won’t live long on it, ”Medvedeva said in an interview with the Forbes YouTube channel.

The first Russian world champion Maria Butyrskaya answered the words of Evgenia.

She emphasized that in her time the prize money was similar.

“They paid no less money.

The only thing I don't remember is how much the European Championship cost.

The World Cup, when I won, was $50 thousand, but let's not forget that depending on the country where the competition was held, there was a tax deduction.

Usually something around 20%, but in the US and Canada - up to 30%.

Then the federation took 10% of the remaining amount from us.

Plus, 30% had to be given to the coaches, ”Butyrskaya said.

The prize fund is also known for the 2021 World Cup, which was held in Stockholm.

The winners of the competitions among men and women each received $64,000, while couples and dance duets received $90,000.

As for the Grand Prix series, you can earn $18,000 for winning each stage, and another $25,000 for winning the final.

Case of Valieva

Director General of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Vitold Banka expects RUSADA to hold hearings on the case of Kamila Valieva in the near future.

He stated that the organization “keeps their eyes on” this process and will conduct an audit as soon as the deadline for the investigation is six months.

“I am extremely wary, I will not say that I am full of confidence.

We are monitoring what RUSADA is doing,” Banka said.

As expected, the US Olympic Committee expressed particular concern about this issue, but WADA representatives assured the Americans that they were not ignoring the case.

“If we think that RUSADA is too slow or if we see any strange obstacles, we can always apply directly to the Court of Arbitration for Sport,” the head of the agency emphasized.

In the meantime, Camila is preparing for the season, having fun and performing in Tatyana Navka's show "The Scarlet Flower" in Sochi.

The 2006 Olympic champion considers Valieva an absolutely phenomenal athlete who combines talent and hard work.

“Plus Camila is also an incredible actress.

Nastya in her performance is fragile and strong at the same time.

I kept worrying about how they would skate with Dima Solovyov.

Still, it’s not so easy to come from single skating to dancing, but she did it.

Even Dima was shocked.

I watched Camila's debut in one breath, although I know the performance by heart.

When she went out on the ice, time seemed to stop, ”AiF quotes Navka.