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Oksana Baiul's Lillehammer Practice: Avoiding Media Frenzy

2/19/2026

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Oksana Baiul recalled her first practice in Lillehammer, where she was scheduled to skate alongside Nancy and Tonya, amid a media frenzy.
Her coaches advised her not to step onto the ice to avoid becoming entangled in the ongoing drama.
The guidance aimed to limit Baiul's exposure to media scrutiny amid the tense atmosphere.
The episode shows how media attention shaped practice plans during Lillehammer coverage.

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Story summary

Oksana Baiul recalled her first practice in Lillehammer, where she was scheduled to skate alongside Nancy and Tonya, amid a media frenzy.
Her coaches advised her not to step onto the ice to avoid becoming entangled in the ongoing drama.
The guidance aimed to limit Baiul's exposure to media scrutiny amid the tense atmosphere.
The episode shows how media attention shaped practice plans during Lillehammer coverage.