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New pairs duo and Formula 1 fans Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov hit supersonic speeds en route to big Olympic dream


Published on 2025-01-19 20:25:36 - Olympics
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  • From a match made over Instagram to their strong international debut, USA's fresh pair on the block are not wasting any time to put themselves among the top medal contenders. Could their shared love of car racing and figuring out what makes things tick be the secret behind their speedy progress?

Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov, a new pairs figure skating team from the USA, have quickly risen to prominence in the sport. Both skaters, who previously competed for Russia, have formed a partnership that has shown promising results, including a silver medal at the 2023 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. In an interview, they discuss their transition to the U.S. skating scene, their rapid development as a team, and their aspirations for the future. They highlight the challenges of adapting to a new country and training environment, the importance of their coaching team, and their focus on improving their technical elements and artistic expression. Their story is one of resilience, adaptation, and the pursuit of excellence in the competitive world of figure skating.

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