This and That: Alena Kostornaia, Evgenia Medvedeva, Yuzuru Hanyu, ISU Grand Prix

This week on 'This and That,' we break down the current situation in Russia, with Alena Kostornaia adapting to being an Angel of Plushenko, discuss Alexandra Trusova's documentary, analyze the recent interview by Brian Orser where he discusses his work with Evgenia Medvedeva and Yuzuru Hanyu, and give our impressions of the recent clips from Kamila Valieva and Alexa Knierim and Brandon Frasier. And, we also discuss the reality of the ISU Grand Prix and upcoming competition and test skates!
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[@qiwi2980]

1:45 Dave's work 4:40 working with Viktor+Galina 20:44 Evgenia Medvedeva 23:22 Grand prix 26:50 Yuzuru Hanyu 29:50 back to Grand prix 31:00 Camp Champery 32:00 back to Grand prix 35:01 Alexandra Trusova+Evgeni Plushenko 37:45 Alena Kostornaia 40:50 Kamila Valieva 42:15 Russian test skate 43:23 american pairs 50:10 documentaries

[@deeperedges3100]

Very interesting point about *Medvedeva!* She knows the Tutberidze approach all too well, she got very familiar with the Brian approach and now Tarasova too! That's a whole training database accumulated in just two decades!

[@helenaprout1061]

@Fiona Apparently she already consults junior skaters at TCC

[@midoriyakyun9488]

I think Medvedeva will truly be something special as a coach. She already brings in more insight having trained with Eteri AND Orser. She's always had Tarasova backing her & now Buyanova. Plus her own years of experience constantly active in the competitive scene and has faced interesting set backs. Not to mention, survived an Eteri drag and came out on top. I think she'll be a great coach that's finally able to break that Russia for Russia idea and incorporate choreographers and skaters from other countries to train in Russia If that's where she chooses to start her training camp. ♥️

[@irenem3306]

Evgenia is a great skater,but being a coach is smth really different. In fact,Im not sure the best skaters can be good trainers.

[@ycoz5814]

Fast forward to now. She seems to be taking on a role of mentor you the young Russian skaters after the disaster of the Olympics. Maybe she can change the toxic culture Eteri has created and build something better. She really thrived personally under Orser and Wilson. I think she's be a great coach.

[@clairefrombreakfastclub]

Eteri is going to sport a $3000 Louis Vuitton mask and glove set at Test Skates and I will live for it.

[@harveygirl95]

Yassss

[@deeperedges3100]

Who else literally *can't wait* till Russian test skates?!?!

[@ghitamlali]

I can't wait !!!

[@lc4822]

I thought no media? How r we gonna see it?

[@ghitamlali]

I think Первый Канал will broadcast it live on youtube as always

[@samanthacheng2486]

ofcoz!!! the russian test skates is more intense than the world champ

[@deeperedges3100]

Senior test skates start 12th of SEPTEMBER! Kostornaya, Shcherbakova, Trusova are all seniors!

[@strawberrylime33]

What day will the junior test skates for ladies begin? I thought I heard weeks ago that the juniors would happen behind closed doors.

[@rywilk]

@Fiona Thanks for the info!

[@mehrien7241]

will there aired it online ? if so where can we watch it ?

[@gtestkey]

@@mehrien7241 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5SWooalZpWChrc

[@irenem3306]

And...Kamilla Valieva!Welcome to seniors!!!

[@karinacabrera1833]

Yaaasss! Been waiting for this all week! Loved when Galina said "Dave, I'm not American coach. If it's terrible, I'm going to tell you." LOL, Amazing! 😍

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Love it!!

[@grisgris6908]

It was interesting to me as well in the Trusova doc that they were basically saying she's totally muscling those jumps and could do them easier with more efficiency and better technique. It is interesting to see how in a matter of months Plushy (through sheer money and will) and Lambiel (kinda by accident) have become the coaches to watch. Given their personal successes, I'm very excited to see how their influence will play out with these skaters.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

The improvements she could make to the technique was obvious.

[@grisgris6908]

@@TheSkatingLesson I don't disagree, I guess I was just surprised in what I thought would be an extended fluff piece that they really called it out.

[@queenredspecial]

Hi! Where do we watch this docu?

[@grisgris6908]

queenredspecial it’s on KZbin. Search Alexandra Trusova Match TV

[@queenredspecial]

@@grisgris6908 Thank you!

[@midoriyakyun9488]

As for what role Brian Orser is playing since Evgenia has good ol Tarasova and Buyanova on her side right now in Russia, I really think it just comes down to Evgenia wanting to stick with staying in Canada. At least she's been very vocal about how her transition to training in Canada was life changing for the better. I think it's good for her mentally to escape Russian politics and physically, Orser's regime is what she needs since she seems to want this long term. Strangely enough though, I feel Evgenia bodes better with Tracy's guidance. ♥️

[@irenem3306]

It seems Russian politics influenced Evgenia not too bad.🤣

[@ycoz5814]

I'm excited to see what she does next. She's "retired", but obviously loves being around skating. I think Canada showed her that there's another way to work, train and thrive.

[@deeperedges3100]

Ice Dance in Canada and Ladies in Russia... those are bigger than World Championships probably!!!

[@Angel-xe2tl]

honestly all the ladies in russia is harder than the fucking olympics.

[@ElishaaLi]

With elena now on Plushenko’s team, i am absolutely expecting Yulia to join since those two already had a school/camp together. They obviously are good friends and work together well

[@MyKombucha]

29:00 Orser mentioned to PJKwong that he works with Medvedeva live, her mother holds the camera. He mentioned enjoying working this way, as he doesn't get distracted by other skaters attempting jumps simultaneously on ice.

[@galaxybird1066]

This. There’s also a brief example on her instagram.

[@samanthacheng2486]

Who needs world champ 2020 if we have Russian test skates

[@nolaughingmatter]

The visual and audio quality is really great now. Loved your story about working with Galinda. Such a legend.

[@maritakarpa3198]

Shoma is in Japan, and he has an official, skating related youtube channel now.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Thank you

[@deryan3364]

What is the channel called?

[@maritakarpa3198]

kzbin.info/door/wuVQosBiHDBrU851oSVk0Q

[@deryan3364]

Thank you

[@katelynblackiston3147]

Complete with English subtitles, (after the first video) because his fans demanded it.

[@karinmorris4224]

Watching Evgenia Medvedeva handle reporters, I'm thinking she will head the Russian Federation some day. She would also be a wonderful coach.

[@ninetynice99]

Haha... you never know when she's going to snap back!

[@burythecastle97]

Speaking as a Canadian, I don't think Evgenia can even come into Canada with the travel restrictions. Even though she has been training and living here, I don't know if the government would let her through based on the criteria for exemptions. I know Jason said he tried twice. And there has not been talks about lifting the restrictions in the next 2-3 months

[@BiBi121296PA]

I'm a simple person, I have a TheSkatingLesson notification with Alena and Evgenia, I speed-click on the link because I'm craving for some Russian drama

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@nataliemarvos4623]

I agree the clips of Alexa and Brandon have looked great and promising! I also like that they’re keeping some elements and things under wraps and not giving everything away yet, as it will make their competitive debut even more exciting to watch. They sky’s the limit for them internationally if everything continues to come together. I’m very intrigued by them. They look great!

[@katrinastack5245]

Driving across the country right now with my husband and literally didn’t know what day it was. This was such a great surprise!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

❤️❤️❤️

[@joannm.1756]

Dave, your impression of Galina is HYSTERICAL!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@thegrandsophy]

I enjoy ‘This and That’ but wanted to make a plea. Could you please introduce each topic with an explanation of what has happened. I’m continually having to pause the video and go in search of info so I can understand what on earth you’re talking about! Lol E.g. a quick: ‘So the ISU announced blah, blah, blah regarding the Grand Prix events” and then going into talk of what it all means OR a small: “(so-and-so) posted on Instagram blah, blah” and then discussing what it all means etc. This would be so helpful. At the moment, unless you follow every FS drama or media or ISU announcement you find yourself at sea and having to piece enough together that you can pause and google for more info. Currently I’m paused googling regarding Grand Prix but thought I’d add this plea! lol (Reposted as wrote in time stamp thread before by mistake).

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I think we do try to, but we can try more. I do link to everything in the description and on our social media pages throughout the week.

[@XoXoXo-wq4yg]

Yes. I concur with this. I love this series. A brief intro would push it over the top. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@grisgris6908]

The Galina coaching stories made my week Dave! 😂

[@TheSkatingLesson]

❤️❤️❤️

[@dinifroggy]

Guys, Deniss just posted a picture of him with Koshiro and Alexia in Switzerland. Shoma released a video of him, but he did not say where he was, and he does not appear in Deniss' pic. It looks like he is still in Japan. About Jonathan' s comment on recent competitors as couches, that's exactly how I feel towards Stéphane and Misha - I would die to have a coach that I can observe...

[@marydimuro2953]

Jonathan is a great teacher! I am learning so much!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Great to hear!

[@ColonelGreen]

If Skate Canada International actually goes ahead with the dance field that's in-country, I'll be fascinated to see what will presumably be a panel of Canadian domestic judges do with some of these foreign teams.

[@JohnnyOpera1]

Good point!

[@JohnnyOpera1]

j ek it’s also about where teams train. All of the top American teams train in Canada. Same with the French and the Spanish teams. So they would all feasibly compete at Skate Canada

[@dtdurr]

Can’t wait for the follow up video.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@bettybleu12]

Yay!!! Another This and That. This makes my day. 😄😀😍

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@kimberlyli1578]

i'm loving the recap of Dave's training session with Galina. great insights on coaching styles mixed with comedic commentary. i wouldn't mind weekly refreshes of Ice House shenanigans.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@micaelagoitia5062]

Y'all we need Dave to read a latin telenovela with that Russian accent tho

[@TheSkatingLesson]

😘😘

[@fotomagrol]

Actually Shoma Uno is still in Japan. And he just open his own KZbin channel. Not more has been said about him.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Thank you

[@dennisjohnson7653]

I guess I need to get my wine out. Lol Thank you Dave and Jonathan

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@XoXoXo-wq4yg]

Omg I’m so damn jealous. Lessons from Victor and Galina.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

They are great!

[@chibiousstore5712]

cant wait for yuzu's comeback

[@helenaprout1061]

I personally would like to see some more Peggy Fleming Trophy-style competitions instead of a GPF!

[@queenredspecial]

OMG. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE the Galina stories! Good for you Dave!!!!!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@fazdoll]

Are you guys planning on doing any reaction videos for the test skates, if you can schedule them? You only have one chance to see these new programs for the first time, and it would be SO COOL to watch you react them! Set it up live with a chat?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I don't think they are that exciting (at least for juniors). Maybe for seniors.

[@sadhikamenon7670]

so excited for this and looking forward to the 2018 men’s free on patreon!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@dennisjohnson7653]

yass...Galena getting Dave all the way together. Good for you!!!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@XoXoXo-wq4yg]

How much is a lesson with Galina or Victor?

[@zb6070]

Buyanova only coached Adelina, who won more due to Russia, shortly retired, and hasn't had a second top girl. Orser coached Yuna, Yuzu, Javi. Yuna, unlike Adelina, had long lasting technique, which is what Evgenia needs.

[@tracylatak2970]

I can listen to you guys talk about anything cany wait for the gutzu inurtview hopefully soon

[@TheSkatingLesson]

It is available on Patreon

[@marydimuro2953]

Listening to Dave describing his lessons with Galina just made my afternoon! Could not stop laughing!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@fazdoll]

I'm most curious about Valieva and Daniil Samsonov.

[@benbailey159bb]

Ooooh early again yay love sundays

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@corgeousgeorge]

Beyer is giving us Disney "Hercules" vase realness this week and I. am. here. for. it.

[@oceanle]

I’m so excited that Aliona will have a different choreographer for her programs. One day my wish is Lori Nichol does a program for Aliona.

[@nenavujicin7882]

Well, don't know-I enjoy watching her SP & LP last season. Don't forget, "Twilight" was Alyona's choice. I'm afraid that Plushenko's team has a serious problem with choreographers.Maybe Shae Lynn would be better choice for Alyona's choreographer than Lori Nichol.

[@triplea_qgb1963]

Nenena sveks a shae-Lynn SP and Lori FS would be perfect for her.

[@nenavujicin7882]

@@triplea_qgb1963 , a Shae-Lynn's SP & FP would be great. Ok ,i believe that there is in Russia, aloso a good choreographer. For istance, Yury Smekalov who choreographed Plushenko's "Nijinsky Tribute" is great (he is choreographer in Bolshoi and now,he works with Tuktamysheva).

[@etherealtb6021]

I think I enjoyed Dave's lesson with Galina recap the most! I was told as a kid my arms hung "like a scarecrow" and you know, when I got tired, my firearms did droop. It actually was a great visual reminder for me. BTW, you might enjoy HBO's doc Showbiz Kids. Really interesting to hear what child stars, now adults, have to say. Lots of crossover feelings.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Will check it out!

[@cnsbastek]

When Galina taught in Simsbury she often accompanied her low levell students to area competitions. Her students did not always do well and the other coaches loved it when their students did better.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I am sure the USFS/PSA politics were very anti-Galina for being Ukrainian. In any sane system, a coach who had two Olympic Champions would've had far more political support and top skaters sent to them.

[@colleenshaughnessy7081]

I'm a massage therapist and "The Kitchen Table Brigade" has been limping in since quarantine lifted - all those aching backs!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Thanks for sharing! I have had issues for a long time, but I definitely sit more now than at work. I would get up and walk more at work.

[@colleenshaughnessy7081]

@@TheSkatingLesson it's not easy. Quarantine has been rough on bodies!

[@colleenshaughnessy7081]

@@evanperilstein5308 it is shouldn't be age at 30. Posture, sleeping position, chairs, driving a lot, shoes, sitting too long at a desk, all these things can contribute to low back pain.

[@cotton-_-]

Now i'm really2 interested about hanyu ,zagitova and sherbakova, because until now no news about them ,like i'm waiting for supernatural final ending😁😁😁

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I have doubts we will see Zagitova competing

[@kyliemiu]

GPF this year is suppose to be the test skate for the 2022 olympics. Not sure if another championship can be scheduled between now and 2022 if GPF is cancelled.

[@lrjyb]

31:20 I believe Shoma is in Japan now. His little brother constantly posts his pics playing or walking or sleeping with their new puppies on IG. Btw, Shoma was invited to join a couple of popular and competitive gaming in Japan recently, opposing and teaming up with some high profile gamers.

[@ninetynice99]

Hahaha... he already have his post-retirement career planning from now.

[@Jontor11]

The Russian GP is the one I am most looking forward to. Hopefully it will be like a mini RusNats. In ladies, I guess RusFed would have to invite Ryabova as she trains there? But I would also love to see the Rukavicin girls finaly get a "GP spot" - Gubanova, Nugumanova and Talalaykina. And then we have of course Sinitsyna, Samodurova, Konstantinova? And what about Tsibinova, Shulskaya, Sakhanovich and Tarakanova?

[@anaksimandran]

I think.that poor Alena Kostornaya is as unlucky as Kihira. Both had 1 season that belonged to them, both (for different reasons) failed to become World champions, for both it's too late now..

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Quite possible with timing, though I think most would consider Kostornaia the best skater in the world for 2019-20 and Kihira the best for 2018-19.

[@anaksimandran]

@@TheSkatingLesson Also, Eteri gets especially determined when somebody challenges her. I suppose, that will be a matter of principle that remaining Scherbakova becomes World champion this season.

[@anaksimandran]

@@evanperilstein5308 Rika in interviews said that relationship with 3A is shaky - one day she wakes up and knows she can do it, other days - not. Guess that just wasn't one of those days.

[@nakna3]

I think they said that Russian junior test stakes will not be broadcasted... unless something has changed. I remember reading that there will be no audience, no cameras, and no TV broadcasting. Will they broadcast it somewhere?

[@benbailey159bb]

Possibly on youtube, like they did with Nationals

[@FigureNastics]

Happy Sunday, Everyone!! Dave, its so crazy and awesome you're skating with idols from our youth! 💙💙💙

[@TheSkatingLesson]

It is a great opportunity and experience.

[@katelynblackiston3147]

Also, protip for getting up to date info on Shoma, follow his brother Itsuki on IG and Twitter. 98% of Itsuki's posts are about Shoma, with 1.5% about Itsuki's new dog, and .5% about field hockey. (Itsuki's sport.)

[@katelynblackiston3147]

IG: Ituki_uno Twitter: @jumokuno0108 The twitter isn't used as often as IG though.

[@sk8nlizard]

I took from Galina one summer in Simsbury. I didn’t understand much of what she said...if only I had Dave to translate for me!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Was it amazing?

[@gtestkey]

So after just one lesson with Galina Dave is like "what does Medvedeva needs Orser for? She works with Tarasova and Buyanova!" )))

[@hellsbellsmichelle]

YAY!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

[@georgie2683]

Where did Aliona talk about being injured?

[@georgie2683]

@Fiona thank you for replying! I knew she was struggling with injuries last season, so it's sad to hear that she's still struggling

[@benbailey159bb]

She got back problems from trying to learn 4S like Tursynbaeva

[@SamKreinberg]

Fiona well who else were supposed to be training her other than Volkov and Rozanov. Not like Plushenko has anyone more experienced than that. And also all group in Russia have rehab doctors. All that injury talk is based on assumptions only.

[@BillyWhaler]

Why does Eteri get a pass on gender bias. She refuses to coach the guys, applies negative stereotypes, and once called Santa Claus an “undisciplined part-timer.”

[@benbailey159bb]

I'd never heard the Santa Clause thing. Made me laugh

[@irenem3306]

I also have never heard that. Im sure people can come up with different things.

[@elizabethlockhart8044]

If you ever do drag Dave, Galina should be your drag name...you *totally* channel her!!!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Not with this nose! Carlo Fassi is deceased. He really knows how to advise on a proper rhinoplasty.

[@zadiesmith4208]

I wonder why the documentary compared Trusova's quad to Plushenko's at Sochi, when he was already in his 30s. Would be interesting to compare his at 15 or 16, when he was around the same age.

[@midoriyakyun9488]

I thought similarly but since they kept talking about the speed of rotations and Trusova's strength, kinda took it as an, if her bad qaud technique is fixed, she can keep it long term.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

It could have had to do with rights for footage.

[@nyrapark9694]

I have question for Dave . If Galina is doing 1 hour off ice and 1 hour on ice , is she charging you for full 2 hours?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

No

[@anaelivillarreal8830]

Isn't Konstatiniva also with Plushenko?

[@debbied2715]

I'm way late to this party because of a wicked bout of vertigo but I must say Dave has great taste in seltzers! Polar, Waterloo...my favorites!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

So good!

[@zmao001]

I think they should get rid of grand prix placing but rank everyone based on their total points from their programs. This will help with russian ladies and Canadian dance

[@recap8564]

When do they talk about alena

[@Patrick-vj1qu]

The picture of Dave with Galina was a low key thirst trap! Good for you Dave;)

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Wasn't meant to be! Also, you should message me! You never have! You're funny.

[@Patrick-vj1qu]

TheSkatingLesson will do! If I could pull it spandex I would wear them everywhere lol

[@XoXoXo-wq4yg]

I have an idea for a new series.....do a recap of past competitive championships with all TEA and DRAMA behind the scenes. I wonder how hard it would be dog up thirty year old tea lol.

[@taylorpowers3401]

wait when was Bolero announced?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

On instagram by Team Tutberidze

[@rywilk]

Not sure when it was announced, but there's a video of Kamila skating to Bolero on Instagram: instagram.com/p/CDmB3vipEFX/?igshid=1wj27wfpznasl

[@thesovgc]

If you hold the e key, the ë should come up, so you can type Alëna if you don't want to type Alyona or Aliona.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I'm okay :)

[@thesovgc]

@@TheSkatingLesson 😘

[@ТрефнякАнтон]

Actually imho Aloena would be more correct. “Ahloenah” even more correct imho.

[@thesovgc]

@@ТрефнякАнтон where's the y sound?

[@thesovgc]

@@ТрефнякАнтон kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2XEfYeqap10lcU very beginning you can hear AL YO NUH. Your transliteration omits the yuh sound

[@CP-ww1nj]

Love these guys! Come stay with us in nyc!

[@TheSkatingLesson]

😘

[@helenaprout1061]

Also what dates are the Russian test skates? I cannot wait for the energy and drama!!!

[@drea09a]

Apparently they start with rhythm dance tomorrow at 3:00pm Moscow time

[@helenaprout1061]

@@drea09a oh wow, thank you! Arent most ice dance teams keeping their old RDs because the pattern is the same?

[@drea09a]

Yeah a lot of them will, but I guess we'll see tomorrow :)

[@XoXoXo-wq4yg]

I don’t think I’ve ever been so early. Jonathan is looking extra yummy this morning.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

He looks great!

[@karolinap4498]

Thanks for making my day with this video guys! (Shoma is still in Japan, we're constantly updated by his brother on Instagram

[@aimee3845]

Uhh these thoughts about Brian & TCC seem pretty speculative and baseless ngl? None of their skaters seem to have problems with the situation, so why should we? I'm pretty sure Orser and Hanyu have already stated there's not a problem after everyone was so dramatic over GPF. Also, if Yuzuru's gunning for 4A/other big jumps it makes sense to have Ghislain with him, right?

[@tiffanyt2072]

Plushenko is making money moves oop

[@TheSkatingLesson]

It will interesting to see if they can form a solid team!

[@БелоСнежка-ю1н]

Hello Dave, hello Jonathan! 🌸🏺

[@TheSkatingLesson]

🙏

[@juliebullock251]

Could be out of the loop but did you watch the new HBO documentary? I saw in the trailer Sasha and Gracie were featured in it so of course I was intrigued and had to see it 😆

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I did. We discussed it last week!

[@juliebullock251]

TheSkatingLesson lol sorry hectic week haven’t had a chance to walk last weeks! 😻

[@iamkid_a]

rika was in recent pics with alexia so i think she's still there!

[@thesovgc]

We are truly not worthy.

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Correct

[@thesovgc]

@@TheSkatingLesson I'm amazed. :)

[@TheSkatingLesson]

@@thesovgc

[@thesovgc]

@@evanperilstein5308 I couldn't bear to watch 😭 2018 is My Nagano

[@thesovgc]

@@evanperilstein5308 Quelle surprise !

[@annfotlyan8655]

Listening to Dave talk about Galina....lol....how entertaining

[@TheSkatingLesson]

❤️❤️❤️

[@jijodobbas]

💙

[@galaxybird1066]

The re evaluating with Evgenia seems more like where to go given what is happening and what borders are open and timing (the quarantines) more than if she is gonna stay officially coached by Buyanova and Tarasova and leave Brian which in her case I do feel it is a 50/50 work of Brian and Tracy which some look down but man, to have to pull Evgenia out at whatever speed from everything Eteri is monumental.

[@ninetynice99]

I thought Zhenya's masquerade already choreographed by Jeff Buttle. Another Asia-Australia skaters better go to COC rather than NHK where there would be Hanyu, Shoma, Yuma, Keita and Tomono. And European to France rather than Russia. Ladies in Russia and Japan would be interesting, and America too... but the ladies competition would be weak in another GP. In football, some of this competition would called "early final". And the question is... aside of sponsorship, how ISU would gain money from this competition?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Tarasova has her input. She has a strong personality. I wouldn't really say she matches Jeff's style. I could imagine it being Jeff's footwork sequence with the rest being Tarasova by December.

[@tyelee6450]

Alena's subtle shade was enough to clap back at Eteri.

[@elccollins99]

Jayme Lee what did she say?

[@deeperedges3100]

Wow I've never been so early, say HIII 👋

[@TheSkatingLesson]

❤️❤️

[@strawberrylime33]

Why is Kostornaya getting injured more often than Shcherbakova and Trusova? Do the latter two get to visit “that German doctor” more often than Kostornaya?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

Different athletes have different bodies.

[@elccollins99]

Do you think Eteri’s era of dominance is over in women’s skating?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

No, but there will be more competition. Ultimately, she will have to adapt.

[@sugarplum2467]

You really need to do something about your microphone...you talk with your hands and you keep hitting it loudly over and over and over and over...:( Ruins the talk for me.

[@queenredspecial]

Are we operating under the assumption that Evgenia/Alina will actually skate and be contenders in the future? It seemed to me that Eteri's girls are done for at 18?

[@TheSkatingLesson]

I think Evgenia plans to skate. Being a contender is a much different story.

[@biari8599]

LOL, waiting for fanyus to accuse you of clickbaiting with his name and, you know, making profit off of him while simultaneously putting him down and trampling on him, the same way the whole skating world, judges, ISU etc. are... 😬

[@TheSkatingLesson]

We discussed his coaching situation.

[@biari8599]

@@TheSkatingLesson haha, I know, but that was just a few minutes ;)

[@susmus5034]

I haven't seen one single comment about it from fans of Yuzu. It is only you who make such a comment, because I guess, you hate him and his fans so much that you couldn't comment about anything else other than mocking his fans. Congratulations.

[@biari8599]

@@susmus5034 lol, there's a reason everyone hates fanyus, you know, and not owning up to and denying their horrible behaviour online is one of them...

[@susmus5034]

@@biari8599 How much better you are if no one has said anything wrong this time yet you can't stop mocking his fans? You are speading hate without any reason, if you haven't noticed. Perhaps it is better to just keep quiet if you can't stand him or his fans?