Hey there, ice enthusiasts! ❄️ Have you ever watched someone dance on ice? That’s what figure skating is all about! ⛸️ It’s like a magical mix of art and sport, and it’s one of the most exciting events at the upcoming 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin City, northeast China.
Guess what? China’s own An Xiangyi wowed everyone during the women’s short program at the ISU Grand Prix Cup of China 2024 in Chongqing on November 22, 2024. Isn’t that amazing? 🌟
Figure skating has a super cool history! It first appeared in the 1908 London Games and again in the 1920 Antwerp Games—both times during the summer Olympics! Can you believe that? It wasn’t until 1924 that figure skating twirled its way into the first Winter Olympic Games. 🥇
So, how do skaters earn points? They have to impress the judges in two areas:
- Technical Element Score (TES): That’s all the jumps, spins, and lifts—the tricky stuff! 🌀
- Program Component Score (PCS): This is about how beautifully they skate—the artistry and expression. 🎭
The 2025 Asian Winter Games will feature four awesome figure skating events:
- Men’s Singles 🧑⛸️
- Women’s Singles 👩⛸️
- Pairs 👫⛸️
- Ice Dance 💃🕺⛸️
Get ready for a stunning visual feast! Are you excited to watch the skaters glide and spin? Maybe it will inspire you to try skating yourself! 😊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
