Skating broke new ground this past weekend with Spain hosting a major senior competition for the first time. In the first part of our review of the ISU Grand Prix Final of Figure Skating, we take a look back at the men and ladies’ events.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (1-7 December 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
Five Things You Must Do in Barcelona
“Barcelona, it was the first time that we met.”
So goes the song and for skaters, judges, officials and fans this month’s Grand Prix Final in the Catalan capital provides the perfect excuse to visit this fascinating and vibrant city. As is always the case with skating competitions though, there is often very little time to venture outside the confines of the arena and its vicinity. The Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB), the Grand Prix Final venue, is located on the eastern edge of Barcelona away from the hustle and bustle of the centre of downtown. With that in mind, we’ve compiled our top five recommendations of things to do in the city when you’re not watching the best skaters in the world.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (24-30 November)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (3-9 November 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (27 October – 2 November 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (20-26 October 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
Tamara Moskvina: “The main goal is to be healthy and be happy”
By Hiro Yoshida
Tamara Moskvina needs no introduction. The renowned Russian pairs coach is an icon of the sport and one of the most fascinating and energetic people you are ever likely to meet. After last season passed by without the opportunity to see her peering intently over the boards at international competitions, she was back on the circuit at the Nebelhorn Trophy last month with Yuko Kavaguti and Alexander Smirnov on their comeback from Smirnov’s horrific knee injury that derailed the trio’s Sochi Olympic ambitions.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (13-19 October 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
That Was The Week That Was In Figure Skating (6-12 October 2014)
Here’s a short recap of some of the things that happened during the past week in the world of figure skating.
