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http://www.icenetwork.com/news/2017/09/11/253667206
Per Phil Hersh, some changes the ISU is considering in order to re-balance the artistic and athletic sides of the sport.
Suggestions include reducing BV for quads, in singles AND pairs.
The most radical idea:
(An idea that I think COULD work, with very careful implementation.)
There are also responses from coaches re: the post-2018 30-second reduction for men's LPs, as they discuss how a shorter programs means less artistry, in their opinion.
Per Phil Hersh, some changes the ISU is considering in order to re-balance the artistic and athletic sides of the sport.
Suggestions include reducing BV for quads, in singles AND pairs.
The most radical idea:
Another change may include replacing the current short program and free skate with what would effectively be an athletic program and an artistic program. Each would award full medals in events like the Olympics and the world championships, and there also would be a full medal for the all-around winner.
(An idea that I think COULD work, with very careful implementation.)
There are also responses from coaches re: the post-2018 30-second reduction for men's LPs, as they discuss how a shorter programs means less artistry, in their opinion.