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Skirt Scandal
- In the 1920 Winter Olympics, U.S. figure skater Theresa Weld was marked down for her jumps.
- Her skirt rose above her knees, deemed too scandalous.
Figure Skating Evolution
- Early figure skating focused on graceful figures carved into the ice, not jumps.
- A shift occurred when Sonya Henie, a child skater, popularized shorter skirts and jumps, changing the sport.
Madge Syers' Impact
- Madge Syers, a female skater, won silver in the 1902 World Figure Skating Championships, sparking controversy.
- Judges raised concerns about potential bias and long dresses obscuring footwork.