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WADA names special prosecutor in Chinese swimmers case. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/25/world/asia/wada-china-special-prosecutor-swimming.html?unlocked_article_code=1.nE0.yfY3.z1Ws_sZ1G9xX&smid=url-share

I'm so happy for Madi and Evan. It's always difficult to defend a world title, and C/B had an uphill battle considering the unpropitious tech panel they faced. I'm just tickled pink they were able to do it. :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2::cheer2:

That list is really something. There are several painkillers and anti-virals. One of the medications is banned in the US and EU because of its impact on the liver; while another of the meds is used to treat liver ailments. Just stunning.

Madi posted a clip of a new lift they plan to introduce at worlds. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4Gqnjcxuyu/

Given they've been together less than a year and her lack of experience competing, a top ten finish at junior worlds doesn't seem so terrible.

Interesting photo. Putin looks like his favorite dog just died. I hardly recognize Valieva. The "games of the future" must be quite grim, because most of the people in that pic look like they want to cry.

I wanted to cast a write-in vote for Dr. Shvetsky, but unfortunately there is no "Lifetime Achievement" category this year. ;)

I noticed they had tweaked the free dance some. I especially like that they are now moving during the assisted jumps. Looking forward to seeing that when Madi and Evan are back up to speed.

This is so sad. It hurts to think of the years of life stolen from her and the horrible way she must have died. :cry: :cry: :cry:

You don't know what they need or don't need. You don't know their financial situation, contractual obligations, or career strategies. Give it a rest.

So happy that Madi and Evan snagged the gold at GPF. :cheer: :cheer: I wonder if they will rethink their intention to compete at 4CC. They may not need the WS points and 4CC is so soon after the US Championships.

She looks terrific. It's great to see her looking so healthy and happy.

Who do you think you are??? :D :D :D

:cry::cry::cry:

Oh, to be a fly on the wall. Or better yet, a fly buzzing around the tech panel's area.