As the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approach, the role of music in figure skating and other sports is showcased. From Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean's iconic Boléro to modern athletes like Eileen Gu, music shapes performances, energizes athletes, and fosters unity, enhancing the Olympic spirit in preparation for the grand event.
At the ISU CS Denis Ten Memorial 2025 in Almaty, Lee Haein of Korea clinched the women's short program with a commanding score of 64.78, leapfrogging her previous record by over five points. Noteworthy performances from Canadian Madeline Schizas (55.55) and USA's Josephine Lee (54.15) set the stage for an electrifying free skate tomorrow!
In an exciting crossover, professional figure skating athletes unveil their passion for Formula 1 racing, blending grace with speed. Featuring skate-themed performances like Mariia Pinchuk and Mykyta Pogorielov's Ferrari-inspired routine, discover how skaters draw parallels between these two exhilarating sports. Explore the thrill of the ice and track!
In a stunning performance, Mikhail Shaidorov of Kazakhstan leads the men's short program at the ISU CS Denis Ten Memorial with a score of 95.01, notably ahead of Georgia’s Nika Egadze (87.58) and Jason Brown from the USA (86.61). Shaidorov opened with a quadruple Lutz, triple toeloop combo, impressing spectators and judges alike. The men's free skate is scheduled for October 4.
In a major shift, two-time Japanese figure skating champion Kihira Rika is transitioning to ice dance, teaming up with Youth Olympic gold medallist Nishiyama Shingo. Aiming for her Olympic debut at Milano Cortina 2026, Kihira expressed gratitude for the support in her new journey. Stay tuned for updates on this promising partnership!
World silver medallist Mikhail Shaidorov kicks off the 2025 figure skating season at the Denis Ten Memorial in Almaty, facing fierce competitors Cha Junhwan and Jason Brown. The event features senior men’s and women’s singles and ice dance, competing from October 1-4. Live coverage available on the Denis Ten Forever YouTube channel.