The International Skating Union (ISU) has taken note of the statement today by the Finnish government related to Russian nationals entering the country and the possible consequential impact on sporting events, including the ISU Figure Skating World Championships due to be held in Tampere, Finland, and is studying its implications.

ISU believes that athletes should not be punished for the actions of their governments in a world where, sadly, many conflicts are ongoing. 

The ISU is seeking further clarifications from Skating Finland and the Organizing Committee and will be making no further comment at the present time.