Valieva on the short program in the Chechen Republic: “I am happy that I came together and had a good performance. There were a few gaps that needed to be worked on.”

Olympic figure skating champion Kamila Valieva said she was happy with her performance in the short program at the Russian Championships in Chelyabinsk, despite some blemishes.

Valieva received 81.85 points for skating and took first place after the short program.

— Thanks to the fans, my heart sank. It was incredibly nice to have so much support and toys. I’m happy that I passed and showed a good performance. There were some gaps that needed to be worked on. It’s been a long time since I finished the short program, it was exciting, a good experience.

— How did you get into your character?

– Slowly. Compared to previous short programs, there are changes. I should be more fluid, have more points. The most important thing is the emotions, with what look (you ride), with a tougher message. Eteri Georgievna (Tutberidze) is motivated by her hands and presentation. This is our common work, where there is no perfection. Always work and work. What exactly? Over serve, skip. It is important to skate cleanly and with a triple axel.

— What are your plans for the free program?

– We will review the training. But I have a quadruple jump in my plans,” reports the correspondent of , according to Valieva’s words.

The women will present their free program on Saturday.