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From distorted faces to crazy costumes, figure skating has it all in Sochi

New Delhi: There is nothing more graceful at the Winter Olympics than the sequin-clad figure skaters gliding around an ice dome to the tune of a musical classic. But mid-twirl it is rather more embarrassing.

from distorted faces to crazy costumes figure skating has it all in sochi

India TV Sports Desk Published : Feb 20, 2014 15:46 IST Updated : Feb 21, 2014 7:10 IST

New Delhi: There is nothing more graceful at the Winter Olympics than the sequin-clad figure skaters gliding around an ice dome to the tune of a musical classic. But mid-twirl it is rather more embarrassing. Even the very best ice dancers get caught in unflattering positions with mouths wide open and hair feeling the force of gravity.