Johnny Weir

Whether witty or wise, controversial or charming, shocking or silly, sweet or sassy, provocative or profound, inspiring or infuriating--or any combination of those--Johnny Weir, the three-time U.S. Champion, two-time Olympian, and World medalist figure skater, almost always says something worth quoting whenever he commentates a skating competition, makes a TV appearance, gives an interview, holds a press conference, writes, tweets, or is caught on video. His quotes needed to be collected and shared; hence this blog.

Monday, October 28, 2013

On that triple axel, it's something us skaters call a "pop," and it's something that you can't control. Your body just says "no!" It's almost like throwing a cat into a bathtub.
--NBC, Skate Canada broadcast, as expert analyst/commentator, October 27, 2013
(analyzing Yuzuru Hanyo's October 26, 2013 free skate)
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 4:19 PM
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