Three-time Olympian Elena Glebova shared her thoughts on the figure skating competition at the Milan Olympic Games. According to her, the Olympic tournament once again proved that victory does not always go to the most technically accomplished skater, but to the one who handles psychological pressure the best.

Glebova named Alysa Liu as the biggest revelation of the Games. The American skater made the most of her opportunity, delivering a high-quality performance while remaining composed at the decisive moment.

One of the biggest disappointments of the Olympics, in Glebova’s view, was Ilia Malinin’s performance. Entering the Games as the favorite, he was unable to perform at his best.

“I competed in three Olympic Games myself, and I know the kind of pressure athletes face. That is why Olympic medals have such special value. Malinin remains an outstanding figure skater, but in Milan the psychological pressure proved stronger. Defeats like this are part of elite sport,” Glebova said.

According to Elena Glebova, it is strength of character, together with athletic excellence, that makes the Olympic Games unique and defines true champions.

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