Harding Has Rough Pro Debut

With empty seats outnumbering spectators, Tonya Harding fell twice during the technical portion of the Pro Figure Skating Championships. She was fourth among five women competitors entering today’s artistic program.

“I was very nervous and my legs were shaking, but at the same time, the audience was wonderful,” Harding said. “I went out and did the best I could after being off the ice for so long. I just had a great time.”

Surya Bonaly was the only woman competitor who didn’t fall and was first after the opening night. Rory Burghart was second, followed by Tonia Kwiatkowski, Harding and Liz Manley.