Pairs is arguably the most dramatic discipline in skating: it combines jumps and spins with lifts, throws,
and high-risk elements that require perfect trust and timing between partners.
My favorite pairs teams are the ones who make difficult skills look
powerful but effortless, while still conveying a story through their choreography. It's the ultimate combination of strength and artistry.
While there are many amazing pairs teams, the two teams below are unforgettable to me because they delivered iconic Olympic performances under pressure,
pushing the field of pairs skating forward.
Pairs Legends
Aljona Savchenko and Bruno Massot
2018 Olympic champions
Legendary comeback from fourth place with a record-setting free skate
Savchenko won Olympic gold in her fifth Olympic Games
Wenjing Sui and Cong Han
2022 Olympic champions
Known for technical difficulty and beautiful performance quality
