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- Nov 12, 2013
Rika Hongo is at the top of the sub list.
What do I have to do to make that happen. I'd love one more chance for Rika.
Rika Hongo is at the top of the sub list.
Rika Hongo is at the top of the sub list.
Russia gets to pick the replacement, not Japan, so it doesn't necessarily have to be another Japanese skater. Russia requires visas, so there's that to consider, and it's rather late as well. It's more likely that if they DO replace Wakaba, it will be with a European skater.
Really bummed by the Waka-chan news I wonder what has happened
Her injury still hadn't fully healed during Skate Canada and since her 6th place finish means she stands no chance of making the GPF, she and her team probably (rightly) decided that there was no point in risking further injury by trying to fight through another GP. Considering how tough Japanese nationals is going to be, it's much wiser to heal now and conserve her strength for later in the season and a shot at the World team.
Rika Hongo is at the top of the sub list.
No, Yuna Shiraiwa is at the top of the sub list.
is this list anywhere public? can you provide a link? Thanks
Russia gets to pick the replacement, not Japan, so it doesn't necessarily have to be another Japanese skater. Russia requires visas, so there's that to consider, and it's rather late as well. It's more likely that if they DO replace Wakaba, it will be with a European skater.
Based on past history, Russia has usually made last-minute replacements with European skaters.
Because they have to get a visa for them. I mean, everyone needs a visa, but it's likely easier for Europeans to get one than Japanese and most definitely easier than Americans.
sub list (Rostelcom ladies)
26 Yuna Shiraiwa (FIN)
31 Rika Hongo (FIN)
41 Courtney Hicks (NHK)
46 Hanul Kim (FIN)
53 Emmy Ma
56 Rino Kasakake
58 So Hyun An
59 Kailani Craine (NHK)
62 Matilda Algotsson (IDF)
63 Viveca Lindfors (FIN)