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Ice Dancers Take on Taylor Swift's Viral Hit
21 Nov
Summary
- Olympic bronze medalist and British champion perform Taylor Swift's 'Ophelia' choreography.
- The routine was shared by the Olympics' official Instagram account.
- The stunt occurs ahead of the upcoming Winter Games in Italy.
In a delightful fusion of sports and pop culture, Olympic bronze medalist Lilah Fear and seven-time British Ice Dance champion Lewis K. Gibson have delivered a mesmerizing ice-skating rendition of Taylor Swift's viral hit, 'Ophelia.' The duo's synchronized performance, shared by the Olympics' official Instagram, sees them executing the song's iconic choreography with grace and precision on the ice, transforming the familiar moves into a majestic display.
This impressive routine arrives as anticipation builds for the upcoming Winter Games, scheduled to commence in Italy on February 6. The Games will feature a diverse array of winter sports, including figure skating, skiing, and ice hockey. The Olympics' decision to feature this ice-skating tribute underscores the widespread cultural impact of Taylor Swift's music, with 'Ophelia' currently dominating the charts.
Further blending entertainment and athletic promotion, prominent figures like Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo have also been involved in pre-Games promotional videos. These videos have highlighted Team USA's curling and figure-skating teams. Fear and Gibson's 'Ophelia' routine adds another layer of excitement and global appeal to the lead-up to the international competition.
