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This essay argues that the infamous attack on Nancy Kerrigan by an associate of Tonya Harding in 1994 was staged. The author, Miles Mathis, suggests the motivation was financial, to ensure American victory in the 1994 Winter Olympics figure skating competition to capitalize on endorsements, as Oksana Bayul was a formidable artistic skater who consistently beat American competitors like Michelle Kwan. Mathis posits that Kerrigan would have agreed to feign injury for sympathy, and Harding may have agreed due to her career having peaked and potential financial need, citing an eviction notice prior to the event.

The author points to inconsistencies in official accounts, such as Harding’s 1994 US Nationals win being marked with an asterisk and her title being stripped but not reallocated, and her continued presence at the Olympics despite an admitted role in covering up the attack, citing a potential $20M lawsuit as the reason for the USOC’s inaction. Mathis questions the plausibility of Shane Stant’s confession and the alleged attack’s circumstances, particularly the lack of security and the convenient timing of camera crews. The author also scrutinizes the legal proceedings against Harding, suggesting her plea deal was suspiciously rushed and geographically misplaced.

Furthermore, Mathis speculates about financial backing for the scheme, mentioning a $10,000 payment from George Steinbrenner to Harding, and the 2017 film “I, Tonya” as a CIA-backed effort to rehabilitate Harding’s image. The author delves into the backgrounds of key figures, including Shawn Eckardt, Shane Stant, and Jeff Gillooly (now Noah Stone), suggesting many were not what they seemed and had hidden connections, possibly to intelligence agencies. Mathis also posits familial links between Harding and Kerrigan, and connects numerous individuals to powerful families and organizations, including the CIA, international banks, and even British peerage, suggesting a much larger conspiracy than commonly understood. The essay concludes that the official narrative is unbelievable and that the true story is far more complex and involves powerful players.

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