2002 Olympic silver medalist, choreographer and producer Ilya Averbukh told reporters about his view of the statement of the President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach about sports outside of politics, TV show ratings, Mikhail Kolyada's problems and Kamila Valieva's prospects in the Ice Age.
– Tatyana (Totmyanina) returned to the project after such a serious injury. This, one might say, is heroism.
– This is a real sporting character, I would say so. Of course, we were all shocked by what happened. For you to understand, the fall did not occur during the support, there was a carriage, during the turn Vanya (Kolesnikov) began to fall. He is tall. If he falls, he falls seriously. Just during the fall, he hit Tanya, as she was lying on the ice, hit her knee. The point where the prong hit was very painful. Tanya experienced a severe pain shock. We almost carried her off the ice with our hands. Then she went to the clinic, but, thank God, MRI and all other examinations showed that there was nothing incomparable with a quick return to the ice. Of course, the pain didn't go away that quickly. Tanya showed a great character, but she showed it more than once. I think many will remember the hardest fall that happened with Maxim Marinin, but Tanya is a fighter. I want to say that not only Lesha Yagudin supported her, but also Ivan Kolesnikov. It seems that because of him there was a fall, but I want to say again that the ice is slippery. In a pair, no one distinguishes between who caused this or that mistake. But the fact that Vanya supported and supports Tanya so much speaks of very strong, good, masculine qualities.
– Was it scary at the moment when she fell?– We were all scared because nobody understood really what was happening, no one understood the type of injury.
– Do you follow the ratings of the show? Because compared to previous years there is some subsidence. Do you think people have other concerns now?
– Of course. Objectively, now all entertainment programs are much lower, and informational ones are in the first top 10. We all live in the information field. This is a given of time, all the ratings are now in information programs. We try to keep this balance in the Ice Age, we understand the sense of time. I am grateful to Channel One, Konstantin Lvovich (Ernst), that our project is alive, because this is a very important thing. I have already said more than once that this is a mini-factory in which a large number of people work. This is not only the tip of the iceberg – our champions, those who have just arrived, and Vika (Sinitsina) with Nikita (Katsalapov), and Vanya Bukin, and Anechka Shcherbakova, whom I attracted as a host, and those who have already participated before, Zhenya Medvedeva and the top regulars at Lednikovo. This, of course, is also a big team from the point of view of the judges. I tried to make it wider. This year I again involved Sasha Zhulin, his team. A large number of people are involved in helping to work on this project. Therefore, the “Ice Age” is an island of a certain life, which we all need. Thank you once again that this project exists, that we are going through it. It is difficult in difficult times, but in it, as you know, we spoke in a number of numbers and on topics that cannot but excite us. Now we are together again, we are with our country, we are all together.
– Our Grand Prix is an analogue of the international series, four stages have already passed. Did this replacement work?- I think that there are equal stories. I am sure that the world Grand Prix series has also lost catastrophically from the absence of Russian skaters, because we are competitive in all four events. If we talk about women's skating, then here we are generally absolute headliners. Of course, we also lose from the fact that we do not have these battles with international athletes – this is a mutual loss for everyone. From the point of view of the organization of the tournament, from the point of view of the audience, from the point of view of the prize money, we are comparable. But, of course, the intensity of the struggle that arises in any case when we compete with world leaders, how will you replace it? It's impossible. I say again, this is a double-edged sword, the same thing happens at those stages: you kind of won, but without the Russians it's not a win. Of course, I believe that all this will turn upside down in the minds of officials as soon as possible and sport will become out of politics, it will become exactly the bridge of mutual understanding that has always been between countries. I believe that this, of course, is an unfair decision.
– Thomas Bach just speaks in your words.
– I I didn't see the news with Bach's new statement. But why deprive yourself? We must compete with each other, find out who is the first among us, and this is found out only in wrestling, in which the strongest take part. br>– Everyone perceives his words differently. Someone thinks that he is cunning.
– I think that there is a certain administrative machine that is difficult to break alone, including Thomas Bach. But his performance is a hope that a failure will occur in this mechanism, in these millstones and some kind of sobering will come. the fourth stage of the Grand Prix. What is wrong?- I think Alexey Nikolaevich (Mishin) is the first to ask this question. Misha works well in training, he is a talented person. Let's not forget that he skated brilliantly in the short program, for 100 points. Yes, at home stage, but still. And then again such a free skate … I think that we should support the guys who continue their careers, but, first of all, we need to follow those who are now replacing our leaders.
– There is an opinion that Mikhail Kolyada's free program is morally difficult and this can interfere with the skater. Do you, as its director, agree with this?
– Let's look at the stars. We can generally come up with anything: something happened somewhere, and it affected Mikhail. You just need to roll the program that you express. He feels it perfectly, he likes this music. If it's in the program, then you need to change the program. I think Alexey Nikolaevich will do it in one second, and we will see a miracle. But, it seems to me that it is better to spend time not on changing the program. Although we changed the program for Mark Kondratyuk, time is still wasted. Any program in singles shines and plays with completely different colors when all the elements are performed. And also any program in a single skater, no matter what choreographic delights are made, as soon as the skater lies down from the first element, you can no longer look further. Whatever you come up with, whatever images you cram into this program. Therefore, we must roll out, we must fight. We tried to make the program interesting. When it is performed with all the elements, it will sound immediately. I think that we should look for problems in the training process. This means that Mikhail needs to repeat the elements more.
– You said about refereeing. Do you think such a policy, when high scores are given, is for the benefit of athletes or demotivates?- Everyone gets high marks, it's not so important. In the “Ice Age” endless 6.0. One 5.9 – and immediately upset. It's just a criterion. I would only recommend to journalists not to draw parallels between our and international starts – we got 100 here, which means we are on another planet. We need to understand that grades go up in order for us to comply. This is the grade level chosen. And this doesn't demotivate anyone for sure.
– Now dancing is almost the most interesting form in Russia. You have a couple Kaganovskaya/Angelopol on the set, what fate?
– We are friends with Anzhelika Krylova, and I really liked their performances. And she, as a creative person, brought them today to watch Glacier from the point of view of artistry, not technology, of course. How artists sell themselves, how the production takes place, to recharge with this energy. The guys looked at everything. It's great that they look at it with such joy and interest. This speaks of Krylova's coaching wisdom. The guys do not refuse, they come and see Vanya Bukin, Vika Sinitsina, Nikita Katsalapov here. Yes, in other images, but they have volume in the head. It is very important. Kaganovskaya and Angelopol are a breath of fresh air. I was afraid to compare them – you will pull them out of context, but for me a new breath from this couple is the same as from Medvedeva and Milokhin when they broke into the project. In terms of new energy, they are comparable, although the quality in the execution of the elements differs. They were radically different than other participants of the Moscow stage.
– May I suggest a couple? Even Channel One shows Vanya Dmitrienko and Kamila Valieva together. A good couple would be on the project.- Why not? In general, I'm sure the guys would look. Camila would look brilliant, she would be very interested in the project. She is gifted, she feels the music amazingly, she would love to skate. One of the ideas was for a long time – only single skaters with stars perform. It would be great. And there is a shortlist, of course: the same Zhenya Medvedeva, and Alina Zagitova, and Lena Radionova have been asking for a long time. Liza Tuktamysheva speaks with pleasure about the Glacier. Anya Shcherbakova. All single girls are paired with stars or hockey players. Such a project was also once in Canada. Development is always possible. But this is all subjunctive. We in no way oppose ourselves to amateur figure skating, we follow it. First of all, this is sports, performances, titles, medals, the battle for the homeland, and “Glacial” is a factory of creativity. He goes for sports.
The most stylish figure skaters in Russia: from elegance to rebellion br>
One of the most famous figure skating fashionistas is Elizaveta Nugumanova. Almost every post on social networks is actively discussed by journalists and fans. She knows exactly what is attractive, and emphasizes it in every possible way: tops and tight dresses with a deep neckline, short skirts and shorts. Everything to showcase slender legs and curves of the figure.
The main accents in the images are recognizable bags from luxury brands like Fendi, Dior and Louis Vuitton, which support the image of a glamorous princess.
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Total black always looks stylish – Elizabeth's outfit only confirms this. Nugumanova added a crop top with airy puffed sleeves to high-waisted shorts with gold buttons. With such a model, one must be careful for those who are afraid to give additional volume to the shoulders. But in the case of Elizabeth, the crop top emphasizes her thin waist, and also visually reduces the volume of the hips.
GG Marmont suede pumps with steady straight heels complete the look. This model is one of the iconic works of Alessandro Michele exclusively for Gucci. =”/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/45f0c1ab69858139ac8637c684e2f015.jpg” />
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Elizaveta Khudaiberdieva is not afraid to include the most unusual models in her wardrobe, which many would not even dare to try on. Like Nugumanova, Khudaiberdieva chooses tight-fitting outfits with a hint of coquetry, but at the same time they do not turn into vulgarity, but only emphasize her sophistication.
Elizaveta strives to shine not only at events, but also in everyday life, often choosing the right make-up for the image.
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A tennis skirt, also known as a mini pleated skirt, has long been a basic item for lovers of preppy style, which is characterized by elitism, neatness and convenience. The main accent of this image was a lavender cropped top, which emphasized the fragility and femininity of Elizabeth. And the Bottega Veneta bag, which, with its minimalist design, draws attention to itself due to its unbanal shape, has become the perfect complement to this look.
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< p>Alexandra Boikova knows how to be different: she is fragile in delicate pink dresses in the style of a baby doll, elegant in trousers and white shirts, strict in classic suits. The outfits she chooses perfectly emphasize her figure.
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Despite the calm style in everyday life Alexandra is not afraid to experiment. And not in vain! Even in a daring latex outfit, she looks organic and stunning. Her luxurious black and white jumpsuit with rough boots at the draw before the Russian Championship attracted everyone's attention and was highly appreciated by the fans.
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Anna Shcherbakova prefers restraint and elegance. In her everyday wardrobe, one cannot find something overly bright and extravagant. At events, she most often appears in laconic monochrome suits, classic trousers with jackets. Anna skillfully chooses colors, preferring calm and neutral shades. “/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ffe097aa3bf6e70b3265663e1c462a86.jpg” />
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Shcherbakov allows experiments only at photo shoots. A shiny metallic jumpsuit or a bright monochromatic look on someone could look vulgar, but not in the case of Anna. In her recent photo shoot, the stylists were inspired by the Versace fall-winter 2021 collection, where Bella Hadid appeared in a fuchsia outfit.
Anna also tried on high-heeled satin shoes, which are leading the world trends this year. The accent of the image was a huge flower on the shoulder – it did not distract the audience from Anna at all, but, on the contrary, attracted attention to her.
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p> If anyone can be distinguished by impudence, it is Elizaveta Tuktamysheva. Energy, eccentricity and inner freedom permeate Tuktamysheva through and through and are reflected in her style.
Elizabeth is not afraid to be different: today she is a rebel, tomorrow – a fatal and seductive beauty. And such a cardinal change of image not only does not confuse the fans, but also creates a real sensation. However, in everyday life, Elizabeth prefers comfort: jeans, a T-shirt or a sweatshirt are the base of her wardrobe. 
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I especially remember her bright performance at the draw during the Russian Championship. Then she captivated the fans with her image in a rocker style. Leather total bows are not easy to wear in everyday life, but Elizabeth fulfilled the most important rule: she chose a jacket with a relaxed cut, which made the image harmonious and effective.
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Victoria Sinitsina often experiments with colors and models, and every time it looks fashionable and trendy. She knows how to look stunning in delicate dresses and oversized clothes. Victoria is not afraid to play with volume and layering, which makes her style unique. The combination of different textures, the addition of details and accents – all this adds spice to her images. 
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The satin turquoise dress perfectly emphasized Victoria's natural beauty. She again decided to play with layers and created a unique look from a classic dress. The dress is complemented by a white voluminous jacket and the iconic milky white Jodie bag, handmade using the unique intrecciato leather weaving technique. The short handle, embellished with a voluminous knot, blends flawlessly with the weaves around Victoria's neck. img src=”/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/97ee5edda5738df78ffc038fc414f8c4.jpg” />
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In his memoirs, Christian Dior wrote: “I created a flower woman.” Evgenia Medvedeva fully fits this definition. It is probably not for nothing that she expresses a special love for this brand. She is often seen dressed up and carrying a Dior bag at their events. In the images of Eugenia, the emphasis is on elegance and sophistication. wp-content/uploads/2022/11/7eba842f7af924897d40d26f170807f4.jpg” />
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The airy image in the style of a baby doll was perfect for Medvedeva. With this outfit, she destroys the myth that petite girls are contraindicated in wearing maxi. A well-chosen ankle-length pleated skirt, a fitted milky jacket in combination with a beige Lady Dior bag made the look harmonious and sophisticated. The main accent in this image was black shoes with a stable heel – a way to add audacity. 
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Many fans consider Alina Zagitova to be the style icon. In recent years, she has turned from a shy girl into a spectacular beauty – she closely follows fashion and follows world trends. br> 
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To go to the ballet, Alina chose the following look: a red fitted Christian Dior mini dress, to which the legendary Saddle bag became a stylish addition. The combination of red and black adds drama and appeal to the image, and the Gucci shawl makes Alina mysterious and inaccessible.
The image is thought out to the smallest detail, even in makeup – the main focus is on the lips. Red lipstick has long been Zagitova's hallmark, and not without reason. Scarlet lips look win-win on her.
One of the most famous figure skating fashionistas is Elizaveta Nugumanova. Almost every post on social networks is actively discussed by journalists and fans. She knows exactly what is attractive, and emphasizes it in every possible way: tops and tight dresses with a deep neckline, short skirts and shorts. Everything to showcase slender legs and curves of the figure.
The main accents in the images are recognizable bags from luxury brands like Fendi, Dior and Louis Vuitton, which support the image of a glamorous princess.
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Total black always looks stylish – Elizabeth's outfit only confirms this. Nugumanova added a crop top with airy puffed sleeves to high-waisted shorts with gold buttons. With such a model, one must be careful for those who are afraid to give additional volume to the shoulders. But in the case of Elizabeth, the crop top emphasizes her thin waist, and also visually reduces the volume of the hips.
The look was completed with GG Marmont suede pumps with a steady straight heel. This model is one of the iconic works of Alessandro Michele specially for Gucci.
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Elizaveta Khudaiberdieva is not afraid to enter into your wardrobe the most unusual models that many would not even dare to try on. Like Nugumanova, Khudaiberdieva chooses tight-fitting outfits with a hint of coquetry, but at the same time they do not turn into vulgarity, but only emphasize her sophistication.
Elizaveta strives to shine not only at events, but also in everyday life, often choosing the right makeup for her look.
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A tennis skirt, also known as a pleated mini skirt, has long been a basic item for lovers of the preppy style, which is characterized by elitism and neatness and convenience. The main accent of this image was a lavender cropped top, which emphasized the fragility and femininity of Elizabeth. And the Bottega Veneta bag, which, with its minimalist design, draws attention to itself due to its unbanal shape, was the perfect complement to this look.
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Alexandra Boikova knows how to be different: she is fragile in delicate pink dresses in the style of a baby doll, elegant in trousers and white shirts, strict in classic suits. The outfits she chooses perfectly emphasize her figure.
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Despite the calm style in everyday life, Alexandra is not afraid to experiment. And not in vain! Even in a daring latex outfit, she looks organic and stunning. Her luxurious black and white jumpsuit with rough boots at the draw before the Russian Championship attracted everyone's attention and was highly appreciated by the fans.
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Anna Shcherbakova prefers restraint and elegance. In her everyday wardrobe, one cannot find something overly bright and extravagant. At events, she most often appears in laconic monochrome suits, classic trousers with jackets. Anna skillfully chooses colors, preferring calm and neutral shades.
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Shcherbakov allows experiments only at photo shoots. A shiny metallic jumpsuit or a bright monochromatic look on someone could look vulgar, but not in the case of Anna. In her recent photo shoot, the stylists were inspired by the Versace fall-winter 2021 collection, where Bella Hadid appeared in a fuchsia outfit.
Anna also tried on high-heeled satin shoes, which are leading the world trends this year. The accent of the image was a huge flower on the shoulder – it did not distract the audience from Anna at all, but, on the contrary, attracted attention to her.
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If anyone can be distinguished by impudence, it is Elizaveta Tuktamysheva. Energy, eccentricity and inner freedom permeate Tuktamysheva through and through and are reflected in her style.
Elizabeth is not afraid to be different: today she is a rebel, tomorrow – a fatal and seductive beauty. And such a cardinal change of image not only does not confuse the fans, but also creates a real sensation. However, in everyday life, Elizabeth prefers comfort: jeans, a T-shirt or a sweatshirt are the base of her wardrobe.
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I especially remember her bright performance at the draw during the Russian Championship. Then she captivated the fans with her image in a rocker style. Leather total bows are not easy to wear in everyday life, but Elizabeth fulfilled the most important rule: she chose a jacket with a relaxed cut, which made the image harmonious and effective.
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Victoria Sinitsina often experiments with colors and models, and every time it looks fashionable and trendy. She knows how to look stunning in delicate dresses and oversized clothes. Victoria is not afraid to play with volume and layering, which makes her style unique. The combination of different textures, adding details and accents – all this adds spice to her images.
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The satin turquoise dress perfectly emphasized Victoria's natural beauty. She again decided to play with layers and created a unique look from a classic dress. The dress is complemented by a white voluminous jacket and the iconic milky white Jodie bag, handmade using the unique intrecciato leather weaving technique. The short handle, embellished with a voluminous knot, pairs flawlessly with the weaves around Victoria's neck.
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In his memoirs, Christian Dior wrote: “I created a flower woman.” Evgenia Medvedeva fully fits this definition. It is probably not for nothing that she expresses a special love for this brand. She is often seen dressed up and carrying a Dior bag at their events. In the images of Eugenia, the focus is on elegance and sophistication.
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The airy image in the style of a baby doll was perfect for Medvedeva. With this outfit, she destroys the myth that petite girls are contraindicated in wearing maxi. A well-chosen ankle-length pleated skirt, a fitted milky jacket in combination with a beige Lady Dior bag made the look harmonious and sophisticated. The main focus of this look were black shoes with a steady heel – a way to add audacity.
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Many fans think the style icon is Alina Zagitova. In recent years, she has turned from a shy girl into a spectacular beauty – she closely follows fashion and follows world trends.
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p>To go to the ballet, Alina chose the following look: a red fitted Christian Dior mini dress, to which the legendary Saddle bag became a stylish addition. The combination of red and black adds drama and appeal to the image, and the Gucci shawl makes Alina mysterious and inaccessible.
The image is thought out to the smallest detail, even in makeup – the main focus is on the lips. Red lipstick has long been Zagitova's hallmark, and not without reason. Scarlet lips look win-win on her. football?
– Exactly to this attitude. Maybe I'll watch the final games. Honestly, I'm not interested when our guys don't play. I'm not interested in watching the Champions League and everything else in the absence of our clubs. I don't understand why watch the same Italian league. This is not for me. Why should we even watch this football that we've been kicked out of? Some strange story. And the championship of Russia – yes, I look. Some major games
