Irina Slutskaya
Irina Slutskaya
Irina Eduardovna Slutskaya ; born 9 February 1979) is a Russian figure skater. She is a two-time World champion, two-time Olympic medalist, seven-time European champion, a four-time Grand Prix Final championand a four-time Russian national champion. Slutskaya, known for her athletic ability, was the first female skater to land a triple lutz-triple loop combination. She is also known for her trademark double Biellmann spin with a foot change, which she also invented. With her women's record seven-time triumph at the European...
changed happy judges people push system
The system has changed but people don't change - we still have judges who push the buttons. I just wanted to do my best. I'm so happy I can do it and I just want to do it Thursday.
china close everywhere friendly people sad skater skating talk wish
I was so sad not to find her at the China Cup, ... When you know a skater for a long time, skating everywhere together, you feel some people who get close to you. We are friendly and I wish to talk to her.
hard hear people talk
I don't hear this, and I don't talk with people who always tell me, 'You will be first,' because it will be hard to hear. I just want to do my best.