Russian figure skater Alexandra Trusova withdraws from national championships due to medical reasons
Alexandra Trusova, the prominent Russian figure skater, withdrew from the national championships held in Krasnoyarsk. The decision was communicated through the press office of the Russian Figure Skating Federation, noting that the 18-year-old athlete could not participate in the event because of medical issues.
During training, Trusova reportedly struggled with a quad attempt on the first planned landing. On the initial landing she touched the ice with her hand, on the second she performed a butterfly-style landing, and a further try away from her intended route ended in a fall. These details reflect the challenges she faced while preparing for the competition and help explain her withdrawal from the event.
Women’s competitions at the championships are scheduled to begin on December 23, with the short program slated to start at 15:25 Moscow time. The event remains a focal point for fans and analysts tracking Trusova’s form and future performances.
In the Beijing Olympic Games, Trusova secured a silver medal, finishing behind compatriot Anna Shcherbakova. Prior to the podium ceremony, Trusova declined to attend and emotionally stated that she might not compete again on the ice. A video capturing her tears circulated widely on social media, fueling discussions about her career trajectory and resilience.
Beyond the Olympics, Trusova has earned a bronze medal at the 2021 World Championships and has finished third at the European Championships on two occasions. These career highlights underscore her status as a leading figure in competitive skating while her recent withdrawal underscores the ongoing impact of injuries and recovery on an elite athlete’s season.
Following initial test skating by the national team, Trusova made a coaching change, moving from coach Eteri Tutberidze to Svetlana Sokolovskaya. This transition reflects broader shifts within Russian figure skating as athletes seek strategies to optimize performance and development.
Earlier reports also noted Anna Shcherbakova appearing on a promotional shoot for the show New Year’s Eve on Channel One, illustrating the diverse media engagements pursued by top skaters beyond competition season.
Source attribution: Russian Figure Skating Federation press office; additional context from national sport coverage and media outlets as observed in contemporary reporting.