| KYODO NEWS, Nov 4, 2020 | KYODO NEWS, Nov 10, 2020 Zagitova, the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic figure skating champion, had ended her competitive season and announced a break after finishing last at the Grand Prix Final in December, but continued to train until the coronavirus lockdown put an end to it. To have the latest news and stories delivered to your inbox, subscribe here. The Olympic champion Alina Zagitova showed to admirers a new image for show "An Ice Age... Full article is available at its source. Tyson Fury wants Denzel Washington to play him on screen – and gives movie legend tips (VIDEO), Sex workers to return from lockdown BEFORE MMA in Switzerland as minsters deem it less likely to spread Covid-19, Spain striker Diego Costa 'facing new trial and 6-month sentence over TAX FRAUD of more than $1 million' from time with Chelsea, 'I can't believe my eyes!' Read RT Privacy policy to find out more. Olympic figure skating champion Alina Zagitova will host the ice skating competition ‘Ice Age,’ according to a report from Sport24. Luckily for Zagitova, she wasn’t infected with the contagious virus that has swept across the world, paralyzing all major sporting events. Now the coronavirus [situation] is very difficult. I’m happy to resume full-time training," she admitted to Russian TV in quotes reported by Lenta. Zagitova said in December that she needed to find the motivation to compete again, would continue training and learn new elements. The 17-year-old Olympic and world champion told a Russian TV station on Friday that she would not compete at the national championships later this month, which will make her ineligible for the European and world championships early next year. © Autonomous Nonprofit Organization “TV-Novosti”, 2005–2020. She may have chosen just the right moment to back away and assure enjoying that forever status in good health. In a year when the sporting schedule has been heavily disrupted by the pandemic, Zagitova is uncertain whether she will return to elite competition. Even Kim took a break after gold in Vancouver in 2010, going about a year and a half between competitions from 2011 to 2012. “Alina has been talking about this for about 18 months. "I have a speech technique tutor. Alina Zagitova has returned to training with coach Eteri Tutberidze and her team in Moscow after coronavirus restrictions were lifted. | KYODO NEWS, Nov 12, 2020 Thank you for reaching out to us.We will get back to you as soon as possible. OlympicTalk is on Apple News. World and Olympic figure skating champion Alina Zagitova has said she has a "good attitude" to her haters and has "built a fortress" where only family are allowed, having received a mixed reaction to her switch to TV presenting. Three younger Russian teens swept the podium with either triple Axels or quadruple jumps, neither of which Zagitova has attempted in competition. Dec 16, 2019 And once a year we will have an opportunity to watch her performing in the show.” Also on rt.com ‘I want my desire to compete back’: Champion skater Zagitova ‘suspends’ career Last month, she was included as one of six senior ladies' singles skaters on the Russian national squad for the 2020–21 season despite her hiatus. Simply enter your email address below and an email will be sent through which to complete your subscription. Gabriella Papadakis, Guillaume Cizeron to go year-plus between competitions If it is possible, I would like to answer other question. The teenage skater recently spoke out about online trolls, admitting that she let remarks on the Internet affect her early in her career. Alina Zagitova, the reigning Olympic and world figure skating champion, is extending her indefinite break from major competition and will not enter any top-level events until 2021 at the earliest. Figure Skating Dec 16, 2019. A post shared by Alina Zagitova (@azagitova) on Oct 8, 2020 at 11:52pm PDT, A post shared by Alina Zagitova (@azagitova) on Sep 16, 2020 at 12:45pm PDT. - I am very pleased when they ask to be photographed.". The skater arrived at Novogorsk base on June 2 and spent two days in self-isolation before being approved for training with the rest of her teammates. This website uses cookies. “Everything will depend on Alina’s form and readiness,” a Russian federation spokesperson said Wednesday. Olympic champion Alina Zagitova may not currently be competing, but the figure skater is continuing to work on the ice.. Zagitova, who won the 2019 world title, remains the reigning world champion due to the cancellation of the 2020 World Championships. READ MORE: 'She wouldn’t have gone to Canada without a reason': Elizaveta Tuktamysheva defends Evgenia Medvedeva’s decision to leave Russia. She said that she remains grateful to her huge fanbase, which includes almost 800,000 Instagram followers. “I have a good attitude towards haters," she told Match TV. This website uses cookies. Figure skating: Alina Zagitova puts retirement reports on ice KYODO NEWS - Dec 16, 2019 - 11:06 | Sports Russian figure skater Alina Zagitova responded to media speculation that she is leaving the sport for good Sunday when she said on Instagram she does not intend to "stop or retire." 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I don’t think it will be easy when I return to the ice,” Zagitova said. World and Olympic figure skating champion Alina Zagitova has said she has a "good attitude" to her haters and has "built a fortress" where only family are allowed, having received a mixed reaction to her switch to TV presenting. Zagitova has returned to training after taking time away after a disappointing sixth place finish at December’s Grand Prix Final. Subscribe to RT newsletter to get stories the mainstream media won’t tell you, Russian government official who personally congratulated Alina Zagitova on 18th birthday diagnosed with coronavirus, Style queen: Russian figure skating sensation Zagitova crowned 'Olympic style champion', 'I can’t get any lower': Disgraced racing driver BEGS for forgiveness after being SACKED for sending pro ringer to esports contest, 'He'll need a punch in the throat!' The news comes amid uncertainty about the 18-year-old’s competitive future. Alina Zagitova will be an Olympic champion forever. When I participated in competitions and they asked me such questions after I fell down, I was very annoyed. I am continuing my figure skating way with the great support from my coaches.". Zagitova admitted last month that she had been battling anxiety and shyness in her early weeks on Ice Age. Favorite us! "Fans come to my skating rink to take pictures...because of the coronavirus, many people are not allowed in. We'll see. Reigning world and Olympic figure skating champion Alina Zagitova has refused to answer questions about her relationship with teammate Evgenia Medvedeva, fueling rumors about a possible row between the two stars. All of the top Russians from last season — Alena Kostornaya, Anna Shcherbakova and Alexandra Trusova — are entered in the Russian stop of the Grand Prix Series next month. Reigning world and Olympic figure skating champion Alina Zagitova has refused to answer questions about her relationship with teammate Evgenia Medvedeva, fueling rumors about a possible row between the two stars. Also on rt.com Russian government official who personally congratulated Alina Zagitova on 18th birthday diagnosed with coronavirus Luckily for Zagitova, she wasn’t infected with the contagious virus that has swept across the world, paralyzing all major sporting events. The 17-year-old Russian has had to watch as her three younger training partners - Alexandra Trusova, Anna Shcherbakova, and Alena Kostornaia - sweep all before them in their first senior Grand Prix of Figure Skating campaign. The 18-year-old has put her competitive career on hold to … Philip Hersh, who has covered figure skating at the last 11 Winter Olympics, is a special contributor to NBCSports.com/figure-skating. She moved to Canada to train under renowned specialist Brian Orser but wanted to return to Russia after their partnership failed to bring her gold on the international stage. This was a special competition for the Russian figure skating queen as she broke all world records. Critics have questioned Zagitova's skills and suitability for the high-pressure role in the spotlight, which has taught her about the tricky task of interviewing unresponsive guests and asking the right questions during her first steps into broadcasting. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. | KYODO NEWS, KYODO NEWS OlympicTalk is on Apple News. A return to competitive skating has been rumored for the athlete, after her choreographer Daniil Gleikhengauz revealed that she had chosen music for next season’s programs. TM © Olympic Channel Services S.L. Now, the 18-year-old Zagitova has also rejoined her teammates after two months off the ice. 10. ... Get full access to news analytics for free and without ads. Olympic figure skating champion rejoins teammates after two months off the ice. Alina Zagitova not planning to retire. "I am still part of team Russia and still I can take part in international competitions for team Russia. In other highlights Friday, Germany upset Canada 4-3 in the semifinals of the men's hockey tournament and will face off against the Russians for gold.