COVID-19 cases at the Beijing Olympics have sidelined some figure skaters but also rattled healthy competitors who have suddenly found themselves without a coach at the most important competition of their careers.
A day before the opening ceremony, coach Stephane Lambiel from Switzerland said he had tested positive for the virus despite being fully vaccinated and was isolating before he could travel to Beijing.
The 22-year-old Vasiljevs, who won bronze at last month's European championships, said he needed Lambiel to give him the direction and validation required to excel at such an important event. "I'm doing what I am doing but I just need someone to say, 'yes, good.' I need a person next to the board, precisely him."
Despite a strong performance, Uno said he felt something was off without his coach by his side. His movements weren't as sharp, his emotions not as strong.
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