Niina Petrõkina, a two-time European champion in figure skating, is making her Olympic debut tonight at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. The live broadcast of the competition will air on ETV2 and ERR's sports portal, starting at 19:45 EET, with Petrõkina's performance scheduled for 23:00 EET. Commentators for the event include Anu Säärits, Liina-Grete Lilender, and Eva-Lotta Kiibus, while Maarja Värv will report from the venue.

Petrõkina has had a tumultuous year following her victory at the European Championships in early 2023, where she won in front of her home crowd in Tallinn. The athlete battled injuries, including a painful heel spur that necessitated surgery in October. However, she made a triumphant return just three months later by defending her European title in Sheffield. Now, she is poised to skate in the penultimate starting group in her first Olympic appearance.

In an interview, Petrõkina expressed that she isn't feeling the pressure typically associated with such a significant event, stating, "I don't feel pressure and I don't want to, because pressure usually doesn't help very much. I just want to enjoy this moment." This sentiment reflects her focus on enjoying the experience, showcasing her resilience and determination as she takes the ice on one of the biggest stages in sports.