Fans split over Alina Zagitova's new look: 'Charm gone'

Fans of Olympic champion Alina Zagitova are divided over her new hairstyle and look, with some praising it and others criticizing the change.
Dec 11, 2025
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Alina Zagitova«s new look sparked intense debate among her social media followers, dividing fans.
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Fans argued about the new look of Olympic champion Alina Zagitova. The athlete let her bangs grow out and got a haircut. We read what the figure skater«s fans are saying.

On her Instagram account (banned in Russia), Zagitova shared several photos in her new look. The Olympic champion did not comment on the post, only adding a black heart emoji.

Zagitova shared multiple images showcasing her new bangs and haircut on her Instagram profile.
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azagitova / Instagram (banned in Russia)
The figure skater«s photo collection highlighted her transformed hairstyle and style, garnering thousands of reactions.
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azagitova / Instagram (banned in Russia)
Zagitova«s social media update with her changed look attracted over thirteen thousand likes in days.
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azagitova / Instagram (banned in Russia)

This post gathered over 13 thousand likes in a few days. However, commentators were divided into two camps: some clearly did not like Zagitova«s look, while others admired how Alina had changed.

“When I looked at her at 15, I thought: «What a beauty she will be when she blossoms!» Yeah right”;

“Such a naturally beautiful girl, what is she turning into. It hurts the eyes”;

“Where is that sweet beauty! What are they doing to you?”;

“Can«t the parents see. Such an unreal beauty, gentle, talented. What is happening, it»s very sad to see Alina in this inappropriate provocation for her”;

“Some charm is gone, or something, she became kind of dry”;

“The transformation into Nastya Ivleeva is almost complete,” said the athlete«s fans.

Alina Zagitova«s Instagram post featured several photos that led to mixed reviews from commentators.
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azagitova / Instagram (banned in Russia)
The Olympic champion«s new appearance prompted fans to express both admiration and criticism online.
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azagitova / Instagram (banned in Russia)

Another part of the fans was pleased with Alina«s transformation. They pointed out that Zagitova “knows how to surprise and delight”.

“A stunning look and figure”;

“The most interesting thing is that nasty comments are written by people with imperfect appearance”;

“People who have never been to fashion events in their lives are discussing fashion. Who are you all? And what are you known for? Sit in your village and silently envy”;

“Alinka is a provocateur. In all outfits, darling, you look good!”;

“Alina, don«t respond to provocations and mean comments! The cat isn»t interested in what the gray mice say! You have always been a queen and will remain one!” defended the figure skater«s fans.

Meanwhile, the figure skater«s look appealed to journalist and fashion blogger Madonna Moor. She noted that the main accent of Alina»s look is glass-like hair with straight bangs and earrings.

“Very Japanese-style, where Alina has a large fan base. I wonder who the stylist is,” wrote the journalist in her Telegram channel.

The appearance of another Tatarstan figure skater, Kamila Valieva, was actively discussed. At the end of 2023, the world junior champion shared her photos, where fans noticed that the athlete had lost a lot of weight. Many appreciated such a transformation of the figure skater.

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