“There are so many Turks and Arabs here. It’s really scary, much scarier than in Moscow. Also, drugs are allowed in Germany.” Alina Gorbacheva shared her concerns about life in Germany as she prepares for a serious knee surgery
Russian figure skater Alina Gorbacheva announced that she will undergo a major surgery in Germany after the New [...]
“We’re feeling very confident heading into the Olympics.” Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara resumed training after Miura’s shoulder injury
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara resumed training after Miura’s shoulder injury. original source: sponichi.co.jp dd. [...]
Rinka Watanabe: “I have decided to continue competing and dedicate myself to figure skating for the next four years.”
Rinka Watanabe announced she will continue her competitive figure skating career and dedicate herself to the sport for [...]
Tatiana Tarasova: “The suspension was illegal; no one has the authority to throw our country out of international figure skating. Why weren’t the USA or Israel suspended? They do the same things as we do, but only Russia was suspended.”
Tatiana Tarasova criticized the ISU for suspending Russian figure skaters, stating it was unjust and urging their [...]
The ISU Council will consider the issue of allowing Russian figure skaters to participate in competitions starting next season at its meeting on January 13
The ISU Council will discuss the possible admission of Russian figure skaters to international competitions at its [...]
“This season, I was aiming for the Olympics, but I wasn’t able to achieve results that would lead into next season.” Tatsuya Tsuboi announced his retirement from competitive figure skating
Tatsuya Tsuboi announced his retirement from competitive figure skating. original source: Nikkansports 20th. [...]
Tuktamysheva: “What I like about Alysa Liu is her inner strength, the way she feels on the ice. She performs all the elements so easily, as if it costs her nothing and to go out and skate like that is a huge achievement.”
2015 world champion Elizaveta Tuktamysheva shared what she admires about American figure skater Alysa Liu’s [...]
“As the culmination of my 18-year competitive career, I will do my best at Nationals. I want to finish with a performance I’m satisfied with and a smile.” Mai Mihara announced her retirement at the end of this season
Mai Mihara announced her retirement from competitive figure skating at the end of this season original source: [...]
The ISU will consider the issue of admitting Russian juniors no earlier than January
The ISU will not consider the issue of admitting Russian juniors to competitions before January, with the agenda for [...]
IOC has removed pair skating from the program of the 2028 Winter Youth Olympics, while adding new disciplines such as synchronized skating
Pair skating competitions have been excluded from the program of the 2028 Youth Olympics. original source: IOC [...]
Kostornaia and Kunitsa: “We’d like to try competing in March or April. Right now, we’re skating in shows and putting together all the necessary elements.”
Kostornaia and Kunitsa share when they will return to competition. original source: RIA Novosti [...]
The ISU is aware of the IOC’s recommendation to allow Russian juniors to compete and will consider it at the appropriate time
The ISU is aware of the IOC’s recommendation to admit Russian juniors. original source: TASS photo Aleksandr [...]
“Even if it’s just while we’re performing, or while people are watching the show, I want them to feel hope.” Yuzuru Hanyu will host his ice show “Yuzuru Hanyu Notte Stellata 2026” in March
Yuzuru Hanyu will host his ice show "Yuzuru Hanyu notte stellata 2026" in March, aiming to inspire hope from Miyagi on [...]
“I feel a bit relieved now that this chapter is closed. There are other competitions, so I want to keep working hard without worrying.” Yuka Orihara will not compete at the Olympics due to not getting citizenship in time
Yuka Orihara will not compete at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics due to a delay in her nationality [...]
Nikolaj Memola’s skates and competition costume were stolen from his car while he was receiving medical care after a hard fall
Nikolaj Memola Reports His Skates and Competition Costume Were Stolen original source: Instagram [...]
“The list will be updated in accordance with the decisions of the commission on granting neutral status. We have nothing further to add.” There is still no clarity on whether coaches of the Russian skaters will be allowed to attend the 2026 Olympics
There Is Still No Clarity on Whether Russian Figure Skating Coaches Can Attend the Olympics original source: [...]
Niina Petrokina returned to competition at the Tallinn Trophy after Achilles surgery, placing fifth in the short program
Reigning European champion Niina Petrokina returned to competition at the Tallinn Trophy after Achilles surgery, [...]
Petrosian and Gumennik have been approved by the IOC to compete as neutral athletes at the 2026 Milan Olympics
Petrosian and Gumennik Among Neutral Athletes Approved for the Olympics original source: Sports photo Getty [...]
“I can now say with gratitude that I had a bright career, and I regret nothing.” Elizaveta Tuktamysheva has officially announced her retirement
World Champion Figure Skater Tuktamysheva Announces Retirement source: Sports View this post on [...]
“We are very hopeful that we’ll compete here in Tallinn at the end of November. At least, that’s the goal.” Niina Petrokina aims to return to competition at the Tallinn Challenger after surgery
Niina Petrokina withdrew from her planned Grand Prix events, aiming to return at the Tallinn Challenger at the end of [...]
Nina Pinzarrone once again became Belgian figure skating champion. She faced little competition, as Pinzarrone was the only participant
Nina Pinzarrone once again became Belgian figure skating champion original source: Sporza dd. November 23, 2025 [...]
“To achieve results over average, you need to train over average. But this wasn’t possible anymore. The possible results wouldn’t have satisfied me nor been worth the price that came with it.” Eva-Lotta Kiibus announced her retirement
Eva-Lotta Kiibus has announced her retirement from competitive figure skating original source: Instagram [...]
“Each time, bonds are formed with the federations, with the people who support us. It’s an honor to represent another country. I’m truly grateful that France trusts me to bring home medals.” Laurence Fournier Beaudry has been granted French citizenship
Laurence Fournier Beaudry has been granted French citizenship, allowing her to compete with Guillaume Cizeron at the [...]
Alysa Liu appeared with Ariana Grande in a promotion for the 2026 Olympics and the film “Wicked.”
Alysa Liu stars alongside Ariana Grande in a promotional video for the 2026 Olympics and the film "Wicked: For [...]