Evgeni Plushenko

A loud statement about Yevgeny's departure from the sport was made a week before the opening of his own figure skating academy, where children from the age of three were accepted. In the first days of the ice school, called Plushenko's Angels, it turned out that 1 lesson in a group cost 2,000 rubles. Photo and video rentals of young athletes are periodically published on Instagram by the famous founder of the educational institution. Plushenko’s online skirmish with coach Eteri Tutberidze, which flared up in the second half of 2019, deserved the attention of the press. It all started with the performance of Alina Zagitova in the program "Time", where the girl announced the suspension of her career. Plushenko spoke about this situation. He did not say anything specific, but noted that in order for her desire to practice to return, the athlete needs to devote more time. The skater hinted that perhaps Alina would want to change her coach. The Khrustalny coaching staff reacted negatively to his words, accusing Evgeny of trying to take the skater into his own group. Plushenko's answer was not long in coming, the skater explained that he does not buy athletes, emphasizing that children get into Khrustalny only with the ability to do triple jumps, that is, ready-made athletes, and do not “grow up” on their own. Zagitova put an end to this conflict, answering that she was not going to end her career, but simply took a break and intends to work with her former coaches in the future.

Awards and achievements

Awards and achievements

Honored Master of Sports of Russia

Ten times champion of Russia

Seven times European champion

Three-time silver medalist of the European Championship

Three times world champion

Two-time Olympic champion

Two-time Olympic silver medalist

Cavalier of two Orders of Honor