Roman Skorniakov

Roman Skorniakov (born February 17, 1976 in Sverdlovsk, Soviet Union (now Russia) is an Uzbekistani figure skater. He represented Russia early in his career, but moved with Tatiana Malinina to represent Uzbekistan in 1996. Skorniakov is the 1997-2003 Uzbekistani national champion. He represented Uzbekistan at the 1998 and 2002 Winter Olympics, twice placing 19th. His highest placement at an ISU Championship was 7th at the 2000 and 2002 Four Continents Championships.

Skorniakov married Tatiana Malinina in 2000. They coached each other during the later part of their careers after the death of former coach Igor Ksenofontov. [ [http://www.goldenskate.com/articles/2001/032802.shtml Move to America Benefits Uzbekistan Figure Skater - Figure Skating News ] ] Roman now works as a skating coach in Dale City, Virginia.

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