I'm intrigued by this story but I'd love to see more context about how Naumov's parents' deaths actually affected his training and preparation for the Olympics 
. It's great that he's using their words of encouragement to fuel his determination, but is there any evidence to support that he was struggling with mental health issues or emotional trauma following their passing? I'd also love to know more about the citizenship issue surrounding Alisa Efimova - what exactly happened and how did it impact her chances of competing in Italy 
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. It's great that he's using their words of encouragement to fuel his determination, but is there any evidence to support that he was struggling with mental health issues or emotional trauma following their passing? I'd also love to know more about the citizenship issue surrounding Alisa Efimova - what exactly happened and how did it impact her chances of competing in Italy .
, and now he's going to be a part of it! His parents' passing really must've weighed on him, but he used their words to keep pushing forward 
. I'm hyped for him and the whole US figure skating team - they're gonna crush it in Milan Cortina 
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I mean, can you even imagine having to deal with the pressure of making an Olympic team after losing your parents in a plane crash? I guess that's what happens when you're 5 and you already have goals as big as these guys... Like, who even tries out for the Olympics at 24? 
Still, congrats to Naumov and all the others on making it – I hope they can handle the drama that comes with being an Olympian 
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naumov's story is literally so inspiring he's had the toughest few years but he never gave up and look at him now! 
his parents may be gone but they're still with him in spirit, that's the most beautiful thing. i'm getting chills just reading about how much this means to him 
and i can only imagine how proud his family must be of him. these olympic athletes are truly making us all proud! 
I mean, can you even imagine going through something as tough as losing your parents in a plane crash and still managing to achieve your dream of becoming an Olympian? 
