Figure skating in old age: Berlin's Roland Suckale inspires at World Cup!

Figure skating in old age: Berlin's Roland Suckale inspires at World Cup!

Oberstdorf, Deutschland - Roland Suckale, a 73-year-old-born in Berlin, has developed into an inspiring figure in the amateur ice skating scene in recent years and especially since his comeback on figure skating. After a career as an auditor and a graduate merchant, he rediscovered his passion for this demanding sport at the age of over 60 after figure skating had long moved into the background. His way back to the ice began in 2012 when he discovered the amateur world championships in Oberstdorf via the ISU website and then began training.

"ICE AGED", a documentary by director Alexandra Sell, accompanies Suckale and five other protagonists in the best years who are preparing for Adult Figure Skating Competition, the greatest possible competition for hobby ice skaters worldwide. While every protagonist brings her own stories, it combines the common goal of breaking through clichés about age and celebrating the joy of figure skating. Suckale, who has had the same pair of ice skates since the 1970s, brings a nostalgic component into history.
The premiere of "Ice Aged" took place on October 23, 2024, followed by a theatrical release in Germany on April 10, 2025.

training does the master

For his participation in the upcoming amateur world championships in Oberstdorf, which will take place from June 29 to July 4, Suckale has intensified his training. Daily units of four to five hours overwhelm his time management and strengthen his ambition. The last year brought both successes and setbacks for him; He was able to win bronze at his first championships, but ended up in last year.

The amateur ice skating scene, which belongs to Suckale, is characterized by friendship and mutual support. Despite the competition, the protagonists stand together to help each other and share a common goal: fun in figure skating. Over the years, Suckale has achieved an internationally impressive 15 gold medals, which underlines its determination and will to constantly improve.

a film about courage and passion

"ICE AGED" is more than just a sports documentary; It is an ode of courage and joie de vivre in old age. The stories of the protagonists, who all dedicate themselves back to sport, challenge the viewer to think about social norms in terms of age and opportunities in later life. Suckale, Elena Rickmann from the Soviet Union and Linda Bernard, a former British champion, are just a few of the characters who are portrayed in the film. The respectful dealings with the protagonists and the authentic presentation of their experiences illustrate the resilience and joie de vivre, which are also possible in old age

The film shows how the figure skating is chosen as a medium to convey the transience of life and the power of the human mind. It explicit the interest of the audience in the personal stories of interconnected fates and illustrates what it means to actively and passionately act out of age.

In a time when figure skating is often associated with the youth, "Ice Aged" illuminates the beauty and power of sport beyond the traditional limits. Suckale and his colleagues are not only athletes, but members of a community who show their passion and courage to live their dreams in old age.

For more information about the amateur world championships and the accompanying stories of committed figure skaters, visit rbb24 , or Find out more about the documentary on wikipedia and in a detailed article at Coolis .