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Lambiel and Meier Champions in Switzerland

The Switzerland national figure skating championships concluded this weekend, with Sarah Meier and Stephane Lambiel easily winning. Unfortunately, Lambiel does not sound like he was especially impressive; according to the Examiner he did not even attempt a triple axel and he did not land his quad toe. But maybe he's just saving it for the later competitions. Meier has been dealing with an achilles injury this season and she only landed three triples in her free skate.

Still, looks like Lambiel and Meier will likely be heading to the Olympics! UPDATE: I forgot about the Swiss Olympic Committee requirements. I believe Lambiel has to score over a 195 in two competitions (he scored well over that at Nebelhorn and should do so at Europeans...not sure if Swiss Nationals count) and I am unsure what Meier has to score, but commenter Kate suggests that she needs a 145 at the European Championships in order to make the Olympic team. As the Swiss Olympic Committee website is only in French and German, I would love if someone sent me a link to the official rules..in English!

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Meier has to hit 145 points at Euros to make Olys, I heard; I really hope she makes it, she’s a beautiful skater and one of my favourites, despite all her injury worries.

by Kate on Dec 14, 2009 10:17 AM EST reply actions   0 recs

Thanks, I was trying not to say they definitely are making it to the Olympics because I know the Swiss system is a bit more complicated…I will try to find their qualification requirements and add to the post!

by Laura on Dec 14, 2009 11:44 AM EST reply actions   0 recs

did you look at stephane’s scores though!!! they were right around the top of the best of season scores for ALL men…clearly they’re trying to give him a boost, or just over-scoring!

by jumping clapping man on Dec 14, 2009 5:15 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, sounds like some over-scoring…also sounds like he is hurt again. sad!

by Laura on Dec 15, 2009 9:06 AM EST reply actions   0 recs

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