I haven't seen Stepanova/Bukin yet, but that was a good skate from Sinitsina/Katsalapov. I know people aren't crazy about Katsalapov, but I agree with Zhulin that he's made a good effort to tonedown his explosiveness.
Seeing them twice this season live with these programs, I do think that it is not even for toning down his uber drama expression, but how well their material facilitates his persona and ego. These programs may look a bit of a throwback for some, but Zhulin focusing them on their natural chemistry and his 'macho', strong character versus Victoria's delicacy and feminity did the smartest thing tbh. And after GPF Fed may bet on more stable horse in that race internationally I think.
They are definitely a team that looks great live. I enjoyed them at GPF. I feel like I shouldn't admit that in public though.
I do agree both programs suit them well. I think the tango packaging is really good. I'm just delighted to see that Victoria gets a bit more attention too.
I do think that Nikita has worked on not exploding into every element though. It's okay to just flow into twizzles not launch into them, lol.
They are definitely a team that looks great live. I enjoyed them at GPF. I feel like I shouldn't admit that in public though.
I do agree both programs suit them well. I think the tango packaging is really good. I'm just delighted to see that Victoria gets a bit more attention too.
I do think that Nikita has worked on not exploding into every element though. It's okay to just flow into twizzles not launch into them, lol.
also look at this photo, and think she and Stepanova could pass for sisters.
Oh yes! I think there was a photo from a banquet last season, and they both looked stunningly beautiful. And one could definitely get a feeling that they are sisters
I always love Sinitsina's rejection of the team trackie in favour of a grey shawl collar cardi. In K&C, and even in the group photo.
https://twitter.com/goldenskate/status/1075845708538961925
I also look at this photo, and think she and Stepanova could pass for sisters.