Why are there no commentators on figure skating?

Why are there no commentators on figure skating?

Figure skating announcers suspended after hot mic picks up ‘abusive’ remarks. Two British figure skating announcers, Simon Reed and Nicky Slater, were suspended Thursday by the International Skating Union, a day after making disparaging comments about a coach during the pairs short program at the world championships.

What is the 2022 figure skating controversy?

IOC wants quick resolution of a drug scandal involving Russia’s Kamila Valieva. The International Olympic Committee has told anti-doping bodies it wants a quick resolution of a drugs scandal involving teenage Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva at the Beijing 2022 Olympics so that a delayed medals ceremony can proceed …

Who are the 2022 figure skating announcers?

18, 2022 – NBC Olympics’ figure skating commentators Terry Gannon, Tara Lipinski, and Johnny Weir will host primetime coverage of the Closing Ceremony of the 2022 Winter Olympics from the Beijing National Stadium this Sunday, Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

How can I watch figure skating with 2022 commentators?

Sign up to stream every event at the 2022 Winter Olympics LIVE on Peacock. Users can also authenticate via TV Everywhere to stream events in the NBC Sports app or on NBCOlympics.com. See below for full broadcast and streaming details for every figure skating event.

What did Valievas coach say?

She was greeted by coach Tutberidze, whose initial words were picked up by cameras. “Why did you let it go?” she said to Valieva.

Who is doing commentary for figure skating?

Tanith White is a figure skating commentator for NBC Sports Group, covering major events including the Olympics, the World Figure Skating Championships, and the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.