In a tragic incident, King Charles III expresses his devastation over the recent American Airlines plane crash that resulted in the deaths of all 67 individuals on board, including 14 youth figure skaters and their family members. The monarch extended his deepest sympathy to the families and loved ones of all the victims, praising the emergency responders for their swift action.
The Boston Skating Club, which lost six members in the crash, expressed deep sorrow, highlighting how the skating community has been shattered by the loss. The victims were identified as teens, their mothers, and two coaches who were former Russian world champions. CEO Doug Zeghibe addressed the media, sharing the heartbreaking news of the loss of the coaches who had stayed behind to coach their son.
Olympian Scott Hamilton also discussed the impact of the tragedy on the skating community, emphasizing the devastating loss of young skaters who had dedicated their lives to the sport. The close-knit and supportive nature of the community was evident as local first responders paid tribute to the victims. The entire community comes together in mourning the loss of these talented and promising individuals, highlighting the deep impact of the tragedy on the skating world.
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