Vasilisa Kaganoskaya finally broke her silence and spoke out on Instagram about the decision she made to terminate her skating partnership with Valeriy Angol.
Valeriy has been working with Vasilisa for several years and the two have won awards together. They were adored by their fans who shared videos of them performing on social networks. The two formed a bond which led to many fan accounts on Instagram and TikTok. On August 31, Vasilisa & Valeriy confirmed they would no longer be skating together.
Vasilisa announced on August 31 that she will no longer perform with Valeriy. On Instagram, Vasilisa explained that she and Valeriy had been in conflict for a while, but on July 4, Valeriy said he did not want to continue training with her.
Vasilisa alleged that Valeriy stated that the reason was that he wasn’t pleased with her training. The two were able to put aside their differences and continue with training. While Vasilisa thought everything was fine, things changed a couple of days ago when Valeriy brought in a contract and stated that he wouldn’t go on with the training unless the paper was signed by September 1.
Vasilisa, unhappy with the terms of her contract with Valeriy, decided that it was best for them to part ways. The post ended with a thank you to all her fans.
Fans showing their Support
Fans expressed their concern and support after receiving an official announcement of the separation. One user wrote: “5 years with someone and we never truly get to know them. This is heartbreaking.”
Another added: “The fact that you’re younger and are able to be more mature in this situation says a lot about how you carry yourself.” “Vasilisa, this is heartbreaking news. You deserve to have a partner that is there for you every day, regardless of outside issues and influences. You’re one of the most gifted skaters I’ve ever watched. This is only the beginning for you and what a successful journey this will lead to,” said one more.
“We stand with you, Vasilia. We love you. You’re a gem and you deserve the best,” wrote another. “I was inspired to start figure skating because of you two as a couple. Vasilisa I will keep on figure skating thanks to you. You will do great things, Vasilisa,” said another.
See the award they won together
The duo have been able to earn several awards in the 5 years of partnership. In addition to the Russian Grand Prix Final 2023 champions and the Russian Junior Silver Medalists of 2021, they also won the Gold medal at the JGP Slovenia in 2021, as well as another silver medal during the JGP Slovakia 2021.
Vasilisa, who has ended their partnership with her partner, is waiting for a replacement. Valeriy is yet to decide if he will go alone or seek a new partner.