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Figure Skating Coach Under Fire for Pushing Skater Too Far Before Gold Bid

Figure Skating Coach Under Fire for Pushing Skater Too Far Before Gold Bid

Summary

Adeliia Petrosian, a Russian figure skater, is practicing to attempt a quadruple jump at the Winter Olympics. Her coaches are encouraging her to try two quad jumps to improve her standings, despite her frequent falls during practice. There is concern about her safety as she attempts these difficult moves with a previous injury.

Key Facts

  • Adeliia Petrosian is in fifth place in the women’s figure skating competition at the Winter Olympics.
  • She aims to become the first woman to land a quadruple jump at the Olympics.
  • Petrosian practiced the quad jump 14 times in one session, falling 9 times.
  • Her coaches are considering whether she should attempt one or two quad jumps in the final.
  • There is public worry about her safety due to her past injuries and frequent falls.
  • Her head coach, Eteri Tutberidze, has faced criticism for her coaching methods in the past.
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