Carreira/Ponomarenko Need a Cheer Thread

[RoseRed]

That was fabulous

 

[jao86]

I suspect they're going to get a big push next week and at Worlds. I really wouldn't be surprised if they beat FBSoer next week. And I kind of think both they and LajLag will beat FBSoer at Worlds - 5th & 6th.

Honestly, it's about time. I think both teams have suffered being stuck behind the old guard. It's time for the next generation to compete against each other. The Olympics can't come soon enough. I'm looking forward to the 2026-2030 quad.

 

[Karen-W]

Here's our first press release:

Worlds
WOMEN'S
Amber Glenn
Isabeau Levito

ICE DANCE
Madison Chock and Evan Bates
Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko
Emily Bratti and Ian Somerville

Alternates to be named on February 8 - World Juniors team announced February 2

Source:

U.S. Figure Skating Names Women's and Ice Dance World Team Roster | U.S. Figure Skating

www.usfigureskating.org

Christina & Anthony are going to Worlds as the clear USA #2!!!!

 

[Rukia]

Christina & Anthony are going to Worlds as the clear USA #2!!!!

i've been waiting for this dayyyyyyy

 

[Karen-W]

i've been waiting for this dayyyyyyy

I mean, I always figured it would be to Hawayek/Baker's #1 but I'll take it.

 

[Wyliefan]

From the press conference:

"Christina Carreira said that it took her three days to watch Perfume: The Movie, because it was so dark. When Anthony Ponomarenko heard this, he decided not to watch the movie and do his own interpretation of the theme!"

https://twitter.com/ClaireCloutier/status/1751372752731230706

I get it, Anthony, I get it.

 

[Rukia]

From the press conference:

"Christina Carreira said that it took her three days to watch Perfume: The Movie, because it was so dark. When Anthony Ponomarenko heard this, he decided not to watch the movie and do his own interpretation of the theme!"

https://twitter.com/ClaireCloutier/status/1751372752731230706

I get it, Anthony, I get it.

lol yeah I watched the press conference and Anthony was just like "Yeah when I heard it took her 3 days to watch it I decided not to." Perfect partnership! One who can watch scary movies and one who can't.

 

[thvu]

i've been waiting for this dayyyyyyy

I feel like we've been beating this drum for so long too! (And you even longer than I have!)

 

[Rukia]

I feel like we've been beating this drum for so long too! (And you even longer than I have!)

listen i am very committed to the bit

Now we need to get those international scores up at 4ccs so the tweeters can stop freaking out about the US keeping 3 spots at worlds for next year

 

[Spiralgraph]

How close is Christina to getting her US citizenship? If she has to go through all the hoops poor Tanith went through I'll be annoyed.

 

[Rukia]

How close is Christina to getting her US citizenship? If she has to go through all the hoops poor Tanith went through I'll be annoyed.

Earlier this season she said she has her green card and everything looks to be on track to have it before 2026. So hopefully it will remain a smooth process.

 

[ccpompom]

I think this was moment was so sweet! Hopefully, C's knees will heal before 4cc
https://x.com/TessaVMscott/status/1751620328214667719?s=20

 

[Rukia]

I think this was moment was so sweet! Hopefully, C's knees will heal before 4cc
https://x.com/TessaVMscott/status/1751620328214667719?s=20

I also liked this exchange that I missed watching Peacock:

https://sunskate.tumblr.com%2Fpost%2F740710790109249536

Scott seems like a very thoughtful coach who is really invested in these two as skaters and people. This just seems like a perfect meshing of personalities and skating.

 

[Wyliefan]

Scott used to bug me so much as a skater. I never would have dreamed I'd like him so much as a coach.

 

[litenkyckling]

I also liked this exchange that I missed watching Peacock:

https://sunskate.tumblr.com%2Fpost%2F740710790109249536

Scott seems like a very thoughtful coach who is really invested in these two as skaters and people. This just seems like a perfect meshing of personalities and skating.

The poetry of them standing with their super supportive coach as Igor walks by in the background

 

[Wyliefan]

Nats24 Christina Carreira / Anthony Ponomarenko FD - Video Dailymotion

Guarda Nats24 Christina Carreira / Anthony Ponomarenko FD - Ice Princess su Dailymotion

www.dailymotion.com

 

[~tapdancer~]

I am still basking in the joy of their programs at Nationals. They were my north star when everything else was kinda crappy. I doubt any other skater at Nationals was as happy as they were. and from what i saw i think that's a true statement.

 

[Rukia]

I am still basking in the joy of their programs at Nationals. They were my north star when everything else was kinda crappy. I doubt any other skater at Nationals was as happy as they were. and from what i saw i think that's a true statement.

 

[Rukia]

ohhh very pretty picture of their medals posted to FB which I'm just linking because it was giant when I tried to post it lol

 

[sap5]

I also liked this exchange that I missed watching Peacock:

https://sunskate.tumblr.com%2Fpost%2F740710790109249536

Scott seems like a very thoughtful coach who is really invested in these two as skaters and people. This just seems like a perfect meshing of personalities and skating.

I always had faith that Scott would be able to turn things around for C/P, even after the team seemingly bombed with him after the first year. He knows how to surround himself with the best people to help get the job done, and the best people wouldn't come to him if they thought he wasn't worth working with.

 

[Bigbird]

All I can say is..YAAAAYYYYYYYY!!! Finally. On to bigger and better things. They are so utterly original. Me likey

 

[Rukia]

Lovely picture posted by Skating Club of New York

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[Rukia]

4cc practice and they look so happy!

https://twitter.com/x/status/1752732054213542226

 

[ccpompom]

Now I'm curious what Romain could've said to get that kind of reaction from the Scott Moir! I'm glad they're happy and looking fresh. Even if they are, they don't look jeg-lagged at all. I hope they have the best competition this week.

 

[Rukia]

4cc small medalists!!

https://twitter.com/x/status/1753455607040942496

 

[Rukia]

oh I also meant to post this because I'm tickled pink that Anthony is like "yeah we're US #1 here." I know this is something they've been aiming for, so it's nice for them to be able to just own it.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1753313878870745580

 

[ccpompom]

"we're US #1 here" lol it's like they suddenly have a newfound confidence because they were so unnecessarily modest in the past. I think this is all Scott's influence Can we talk about the fact they considered us nats RD safe?? I personally thought this performance was safe and the nats one was sharper.

 

[Rukia]

"we're US #1 here" lol it's like they suddenly have a newfound confidence because they were so unnecessarily modest in the past. I think this is all Scott's influence Can we talk about the fact they considered us nats RD safe?? I personally thought this performance was safe and the nats one was sharper.

I do think they look a little less sharp, but I also think a lot of that has to do with having competed last week too. Just one more skate then they can take a nap lol.

Very excited to see how they progress by worlds.

 

[Karen-W]

"we're US #1 here" lol it's like they suddenly have a newfound confidence because they were so unnecessarily modest in the past. I think this is all Scott's influence Can we talk about the fact they considered us nats RD safe?? I personally thought this performance was safe and the nats one was sharper.

Agree. I thought they were on fire last week and yesterday was slightly weaker. But I can also see how what Anthony said makes sense - like they attacked the RD this week more (leading to the slight issue on the twizzles) whereas last week they were laser-focused and maybe didn't attack with the same ferocity.

 

[litenkyckling]

congrats to them for another championship medal! Although today wasn't perfect, I think that the mistake didn't impact the rest of the performance and overall it was pretty good. Everything crossed for them that they have a great world's. Only 1 competition left this year and I think that overall - what a season so far!