TODAY LIVE | How are Kaljuvere and Goidina doing in the free program?
Eesti figure skaters Maria Eliise Kaljuvere and Elina Goidina participate in the women's free program at the Junior World Championships, both sharing their emotional experiences following their short program performances.
Today, ETV+ and ERR's sports portal will broadcast live coverage of the women's free program at the Junior World Figure Skating Championships, starting at 15:30. Commentators Anu SÀÀrits and Liina-Grete Lilender will cover the event, showcasing talent from Estonia. The two Estonian representatives, Maria Eliise Kaljuvere and Elina Goidina, have made it to the free program after finishing 19th and 20th respectively in the short program, with Kaljuvere scoring 54.45 points and Goidina scoring 54.44 points.
Emotional reactions from both athletes follow after their performances in the short program. Elina Goidina expressed her surprise at her performance, stating she felt prepared but unexpected errors occurred during competition. She specifically noted concerns about her Rittberger jump, admitting she had struggled with it throughout the year, but felt focused when executing her cascade. Meanwhile, Maria Kaljuvere shared that nerves had affected her performance, feeling more anxious than usual. She recounted her pre-competition thoughts and feelings, leading to an unexpected stumble during her steps.
Overall, the coverage highlights the challenges faced by young athletes in high-stakes situations like the World Championships. Both Kaljuvere and Goidina expressed their experiences candidly, providing insight into the pressures of competition and the emotional struggles faced by competitors, especially at a junior level. Their journey thus reflects not only their personal growth but also the evolving landscape of figure skating in Estonia, and their pursuit of excellence on an international stage.