Legendary Soviet figure skating coach Tatyana Tarasova has outlined her plans to return to the ice rink following her recent hospitalization. The 79-year-old was discharged from a Moscow clinic and is now preparing for her first visit to the skating facility.
Tarasova was urgently admitted to the intensive care unit on April 15, 2026, due to severe complications arising from a common respiratory infection. Medical professionals successfully stabilized her condition after a critical period, and she remained conscious throughout her treatment under close observation.
The renowned coach clarified recent reports about her timeline for returning to the rink. "I haven't visited the rink yet, I'm planning to go next week. I don't know who wrote that I was going today," Tarasova stated, addressing earlier media speculation about her immediate plans.
This health scare is not the first medical challenge for Tarasova. In 2013, she underwent spinal surgery, and in October 2022, she was hospitalized with vertebrobasilar insufficiency, a condition affecting blood flow to the back of the brain.
Tarasova's career has been marked by numerous achievements in figure skating, coaching multiple Olympic and world champions. Her influence on the sport spans decades, making her one of the most respected figures in international skating circles.
The skating community has expressed relief at her recovery and looks forward to her presence at the rink. Her planned return next week represents a positive step in her ongoing health journey.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.