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Tonya Harding, the shattered dream of a figure skater

Sep 27, 202316 min
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In the early 1990s, her breathtaking performances left an indelible mark on the world of American and international figure skating. However, she quickly became a controversial figure following a dark assault incident... Her name: Tonya Harding. Between ambition and jealousy, discover her True Story. A Figure Skating Prodigy February 1991. The atmosphere is electric at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The sports center is packed to the brim. 15,000 spectators have gathered today to witness the U.S. Women's Figure Skating Championship. The competition promises to be tough, the spectacle magnificent. Everyone is tingling with excitement at the prospect of discovering the future ice princess... Suddenly, the stands are plunged into darkness. The spotlights come on, and the ice sparkles in the center of the arena. As the announcer calls the next contestant, a rumor spreads through the crowd... The next competitor has reportedly announced her intention to attempt a very special move in the middle of her routine, a move known to be impossible: the legendary and perilous "triple axel." Production : Bababam Voice : Fabrice Muracciole Translation of the French script of Elie Olivennes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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