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In an interview, former figure skating judge Olga Žáková assesses the changes in the sport following the latest Olympics, noting a rise in global performance but a decline in European dominance.

Belgian figure skater Loena Hendrickx, who won a silver medal at the European Championships in January, has decided to skip the upcoming World Championships and is uncertain about her future in the sport.

Nina Petrokina, a 21-year-old figure skater from Estonia, showcased a stunning performance at the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, reflecting on her achievements and experiences in a recent interview with TVNET.

The article highlights the illustrious career of Karol Divín, a Czech figure skater who was a two-time European champion and won silver at the 1960 Olympics.

Niina Petrõkina, who won the European Championship twice and placed seventh at the Milan Cortina Olympics, will perform in a gala event celebrating the end of the competitions.

Japanese skaters Ami Nakai and Kaori Sakamoto are leading the competition after the short program, while strong performances from American and European skaters keep the race tight.

Coach Svetlana Varnavskaja expressed satisfaction with figure skater Niina Petrõkina's performance, despite a small error that went unnoticed by the audience.

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina displayed remarkable composure in the women's singles event, advancing confidently into the next phase of competition.

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina achieved an impressive score of 69.63 points at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, just shy of her European Championship winning score.

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina is set to make her Olympic debut with her short program at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Niina Petrõkina finished tenth after her Olympic debut in Milano's high-level short program, with minor gaps separating her from higher placements.

Niina Petrõkina, the reigning European champion, is set to compete in the Olympic women's singles short program in Milan, where she will perform 22nd in the lineup.

Pairs skaters will showcase their short program at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, with live coverage starting at 21:30.

Reigning European women's singles figure skating champion Niina Petrõkina arrived at Malpensa Airport and was on the Olympic arena just an hour and twenty minutes later.

Svetlana Varnavskaja, coach of two-time European figure skating champion Niina Petrõkina, shares insights into their preparation for the upcoming Olympics in Milan Cortina.

The figure skating world is reeling after American skater Ilia Malinin, who had been undefeated since November 2023, faced an unexpected defeat at the European Championships.

Figure skater Aleksandr Selevko began his program at the Milano Cortina Olympics well but fell during his routine, missing out on crucial points, though he still scored enough to qualify for the free skate.

Latvian figure skater Deniss Vasiļjevs prepares for his third Olympics, aiming to improve on his past performances amidst physical recovery challenges.

Latvian figure skater Vasiļjevs shares his thoughts on recent training and his mindset ahead of the upcoming Olympic Games.

After finishing fifth in men's singles at the European Championships, Aleksandr Selevko looks forward to competing at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, his second Olympics after a painful experience in Beijing four years ago.

The LAT reported on a case questioning the legal relationship of work and service provision involving Vytautas Jasutis, who was penalized for illegal work despite not formalizing contracts with individuals serving as hosts during the European Figure Skating Championships.

The Lithuanian Skating Federation's president was acquitted of charges related to illegal work, as the court found no evidence of wrongdoing regarding employment contracts during the European Figure Skating Championships.

The program "Pealtnägija" spent a day with Niina Petrõkina, Estonia's two-time European figure skating champion, as she prepares for her Olympic debut.

Olympic pairs skaters Luke Digby and Anastasia Vaipan-Law aim to leverage their unique strengths as they prepare for their debut at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, following their impressive fifth-place finish at the European Championships.

Tallinn honored figure skater Niina Petrõkina, who successfully defended her title at the 2026 European Championships, with a total cash prize of €7500 for her and her coach Svetlana Varnavskaja.

Figure skater Martin Bidař expresses satisfaction with his new partnership with Anna Valesiová as they prepare for their upcoming competitions, having recently competed in the European Championships.

The European Championships serve as a test before the Olympics, with Poland sending its largest team in years to compete in various events.

Figure skaters Minerva Hase and Nikita Volodin, who are not considered favorites at the European Championships in England, are looking forward to the Olympics while defending their title in Sheffield.