This spin was invented by Swiss skater Denise Biellmann.
While spinning on her left leg, the skater reaches behind her and grabs the blade of her right skate. She then pulls the right leg completely over her head. The most important thing for this spin is to keep the speed up. This spin requires a lot of flexibility even for a woman.
Most recently there have been more men to do the spin, which is quite impressive. There has also been a lot of variability with the position.

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