Chinese fans organized a remarkable gesture for Russian figure skater Anna Shcherbakova, sending a staggering 230 kilograms of gifts in total. The delivery was reported by a Telegram fan club dedicated to the athlete, EBIFAŞ, highlighting how a fan base from across China mobilized to show support for their champion on the world stage.
Among the gifts, 160 kilograms originated from Beijing and 70 kilograms from Shenzhen, illustrating a broad geographic footprint of Chinese admiration. This coordinated outpouring of tokens reflects the strong cross-border interest in Shcherbakova, whose achievements have drawn attention from skating enthusiasts far beyond Russia and her home country, resonating with audiences across North America as well.
The initiative is led by the Chinese fan club associated with Anna Shcherbakova, named in lighthearted fashion as the Anna Shcherbakova Private Brown Bear Institute. The playful branding underscores the close relationship between the skater and her supporters, who channel their enthusiasm into organized fan activities that sometimes extend into charitable or community-minded projects aligned with the athlete’s public image.
Shcherbakova’s career achievements remain a focal point for fans and analysts alike. At the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, she captured the gold medal in women’s singles, finishing ahead of her compatriot Alexandra Trusova and Japanese skater Kaori Sakamoto. This victory solidified her status on the world stage and contributed to a surge in international interest in her routines, coaching style, and competitive approach.
Looking back to the 2021 season, Shcherbakova ascended to the world champion title, a milestone that cemented her as a leading force in ladies’ figure skating. However, this season faced disruption due to the exclusion of Russian athletes from several international competitions. Despite these challenges, Kaori Sakamoto held the current championship position in some circuits, reflecting the dynamic and evolving landscape of elite ladies’ skating on the global circuit.
According to figures associated with the sport’s governing body, the International Skating Union, the Russian skater has consistently been regarded as one of the top performers in the sport. This assessment aligns with results from major events, though opinions vary across communities and analysts. Industry voices continue to discuss how geopolitical changes and eligibility rules influence rankings, ratings, and the competitive framework for skaters from different nations. In such discussions, former longtime coaches speak to the ongoing debates about ratings updates in contexts where certain national teams are either restricted or absent from international platforms, and these conversations are part of a broader dialogue on fairness, opportunity, and the evolving rules of global competition.