15 Year Old Hits 36M Views With “Unstoppable” Ice Dance Performance

Alexandra "Sasha" Trusova, a Russian figure skater who claimed silver at the 2022 Olympics, has captured global attention. Her Skate Canada figure skating exhibition has amassed an impressive 12 million YouTube views annually for three consecutive years. Alexandra stands out as a pioneer who led the technical revolution in women's figure skating. Previously, quadruple jumps belonged exclusively to male competitors, with female skaters typically performing less ambitious aerial maneuvers.

Women could execute these jumps but faced social restrictions rather than physical limitations. For example, American skater Theresa Weld received criticism for including a single salchow jump in her routine—not for safety concerns, but because her skirt rose above her knees, which judges deemed too revealing. Today, jumps form an essential element of all figure skating programs.

Alexandra's jump expertise has likely contributed to her impressive medal collection, including four bronze, two silver, and three gold medals, with one from the World Junior Championships. At eighteen years old, she appears poised to secure adult titles soon.

Born on June 23, 2004, in Ryazan, Russia, Alexandra grew up as the eldest of three siblings, with brothers Egor and Ivan. She started training at age four in her hometown before relocating to Moscow in 2015 to advance her skills. By 2017, she placed fourth at the Russian Junior Championships. Months later, she broke the junior women's world record for the short program at the Junior Grand Prix final with 73.25 points.

Her 2019 Skate Canada performance showcases her extraordinary talent. The video shows Alexandra backstage in a black and white outfit reminiscent of Cruella DeVil, including her two-toned hair. She glides onto the ice, approaches the judges' panel, and charmingly rests her head on the ledge, pretending to be tired. When the music begins, she pushes off and delivers an elegant routine with flawless execution and thrilling jumps that captivate viewers regardless of their skating knowledge.