Sochi Olympics 2014

Cadaverous Pallor · 02-07-2014, 10:49 PM

I'm watching the whole thing because watching it does not affect the anti-gay policies of Russia in any way whatsoever.

Figure skating on the first night was pretty amazing. Teen guy from Japan is going to give Plushenko yet another run for his money. I'm liking the new team format, it makes each country put forward someone for all the different events. Saw a brand new pair skate and while they were great it really shines a spotlight on the ones that have much more experience.

Slopestyle snowboard is ok I guess....it's just qualifying so far. Shawn White dropped out of the event so he could work on halfpipe instead, so even more waiting to see him. He wasn't at X either to prep for the Olympics so he better put in a completely mindblowing performance.

Waiting on GD to get home to watch the opening ceremony.

NBC is giving a lot "coverage" of the issues surrounding the games. I can't say I'm learning anything new from them mentioning things again but at least they're not pretending it doesn't exist.

Bob Costas' eye thing makes my eye water.

Moonliner · 02-08-2014, 07:30 AM

NBC edits out anti descrimation statement from opening.

http://deadspin.com/nbc-edits-out-io...-op-1518727938

02-07-2014, 10:49 PM	#1
Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	I'm watching the whole thing because watching it does not affect the anti-gay policies of Russia in any way whatsoever. Figure skating on the first night was pretty amazing. Teen guy from Japan is going to give Plushenko yet another run for his money. I'm liking the new team format, it makes each country put forward someone for all the different events. Saw a brand new pair skate and while they were great it really shines a spotlight on the ones that have much more experience. Slopestyle snowboard is ok I guess....it's just qualifying so far. Shawn White dropped out of the event so he could work on halfpipe instead, so even more waiting to see him. He wasn't at X either to prep for the Olympics so he better put in a completely mindblowing performance. Waiting on GD to get home to watch the opening ceremony. NBC is giving a lot "coverage" of the issues surrounding the games. I can't say I'm learning anything new from them mentioning things again but at least they're not pretending it doesn't exist. Bob Costas' eye thing makes my eye water. __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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02-08-2014, 07:30 AM	#2
Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	NBC edits out anti descrimation statement from opening. http://deadspin.com/nbc-edits-out-io...-op-1518727938 __________________ - Taking it one step at a time.
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