Niina Petrõkina: Estonia’s Figure Skating Star Makes Olympic Debut
Estonia’s celebrated figure skater, Niina Petrõkina, is set to make her highly anticipated Olympic debut this Tuesday evening in the short program. Fans across Estonia and beyond can witness the action live on ETV2 or through the links provided in this article, starting at 7:45 p.m. local time.
Petrõkina will grace the ice at 11:00 p.m. Estonian time. This appearance comes after a remarkable year for the athlete. Following her triumphant win at the European Championship in Tallinn in early 2025, Petrõkina faced a significant challenge – a long-term Achilles tendon injury that required surgery in October. Demonstrating incredible resilience and dedication, she remarkably defended her European gold medal just three months later in Sheffield, securing her place at the Winter Olympics.
Overcoming Adversity and Embracing the Moment
“I don’t feel any pressure, and I don’t want to feel any, because pressure usually doesn’t help. I just want to enjoy the moment,” Petrõkina shared with ERR on Saturday, showcasing her positive mindset as she prepares for the biggest competition of her career. Her focus is firmly on delivering a memorable performance and soaking in the Olympic atmosphere.
Svetlana Varnavskaja, Petrõkina’s coach, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the experience. “Every subsequent competition is a new one, with new goals. Everything is new again, we forget who we are. We came here to show what we can do in these competitions, not what we have done before,” Varnavskaja explained to ERR. The coaching team is prioritizing a beautiful and confident performance over dwelling on past achievements.
Olympic Schedule and Where to Watch
The final competitor is scheduled to take to the ice at 11:52 p.m. Estonian time. Don’t miss the live coverage on ETV2, beginning at 7:45 p.m. This is a pivotal moment for Estonian figure skating and a chance to witness a rising star shine on the world stage.
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Source: ERR News
