Heated Rivalry is definitely a TV show that is taking the stakes high with the intense sports plot, along with the aspect of romance. It cannot be denied that this series created a huge intrigue amongst the viewers right from the moment it dropped. Now, with each episode, the series is gaining more and more attention. The tension between the characters is leaving the viewers wanting more. While discussing filming these scenes, actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams open up about the difficulties they face.Filming difficulties of Heated RivalryA significant aspect of Heated Rivalry besides the sports is the steaming romance between Shane and Ilya. Actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams reveal that filming these intimate scenes was definitely not the difficult part of the process. For them, filming the “hockey scenes” was the main challenge them. It cannot be denied that hockey is a difficult game. The game is demanding on both the body and the mind. Hence, depicting these scenes on the screen with the same level of authenticity so that they appear genuine takes up quite a lot of effort. Williams indicates that while filming the hockey scenes, his “feet hurt” and he also got cramps. Williams adds that his main goal is to make sure that he does not "look like a phony” so he is “very diligent” about the whole process.Storrie also pointed out that the scenes including hockey are ”not easy”. It is “physically demanding”, as a result, it is “hard to believe yourself as an NHL player”. Filming on the ice is also yet another difficult task for them, as he points out that it is “almost nauseating”. It cannot be denied that Heated Rivalry is truly making sure that there is authenticity in the depiction. While watching the series, viewers truly feel that the characters are skilled players rather than actors. Hence, Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams truly deserve all the appreciation for their intense performance. They completely embody their roles, making the challenges that the characters go through seem real and honest. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostWhile discussing the intimate scenes that capture the romance between Shane and Ilya, Williams indicates that filming these intimate moments is much easier compared to the hockey scenes, as they are able to “rehearse” and that “they’re also a lot of fun”. The storyline of Heated Rivalry takes the viewers on a rollercoaster ride of emotions and struggles as two hockey players, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, find themselves entangled with each other yet unable to reveal their relationship publicly. The attraction between Shane and Ilya was instant, yet the constant pressure that they have to go through because of being in the spotlight makes them hide the truth about their relationship. Heated Rivalry perfectly captures the struggles of being in constant public scrutiny, which the world of sports provides. There is an authentic depiction of these aspects that truly leaves a lasting impact.Each and every cast member of this series is depicting their corresponding roles in a distinct manner. There is no denying that all the positive response that this series is getting is truly well deserved. The last two episodes of this intense romance sports TV show will drop on December 19 and 29, respectively.For more such interesting pieces, stay tuned to Soap Central.