The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are in full swing, and skaters worldwide are embracing the Olympic spirit. As they share their passion for the sport, they're closely following the thrilling action and cheering on their fellow athletes.
It is with much delight that the International Skating Union (ISU), in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), was today able to finally award the medals of the Beijing 2022 Olympic Figure Skating Team Event during a special ceremony held in front of thousands of passionate sports fans at the Champions Park in Paris. Team USA and Team Japan received their well-deserved gold and silver medals respectively in the presence of ISU President Jae Youl Kim. The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), which obtained the bronze medal, was not represented at the ceremony due to the ongoing suspension of the ROC.
The International Skating Union (ISU) has taken note of the CAS decision released today to dismiss the appeal filed by the Canadian Figure Skaters, Skate Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee (read CAS decision here), which confirms the following re-ranking of the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games Figure Skating Team Event results, as announced by the ISU on January 30th:
Short Track is all about passing – it’s the most exciting element of an already-thrilling sport. There are a two key ways of doing it – the inside pass, cutting between a rival and the markers, and the outside pass, in which racers generate extra speed to go around their rivals.
The International Skating Union (ISU) welcomes the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to reject the appeals placed by the Russian/ROC appellants (read CAS Press Release) in relation to the re-ranking of the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 Figure Skating Team Event. The CAS decision confirms the ISU announcement of January 30th for the first and second place teams. However, the final confirmation of the re-ranking for the third place team remains pending until the CAS reaches a decision regarding the Canadian appellants.
Love is in the air for skaters this off-season! Join us as we celebrate these talented athletes tying the knot, sharing their joyous moments, and enjoying their summer with family and friends.
In celebration of Pride Day, the International Skating Union (ISU) is proud to support Javier Raya (ESP), former international Figure Skater, Olympian and IOC Young Leader, nominated as an Ambassador of Paris 2024 Pride House at the Summer Olympic Games.
As the world unites to celebrate Olympic Day, the International Skating Union (ISU) is thrilled to join the global movement to encourage physical activity and celebrate the upcoming Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Brendan Corey (AUS) is a man on a mission – to put Australian Short Track back on the map.
The ISU Council met on June 15-16, 2024 and decided to allot or provisionally allot the following ISU Championships
The 59th ISU Congress concluded in Las Vegas (USA) after five inspiring and productive days of meetings and presentations. Over 250 delegates from 65 countries participated in this landmark event to shape the future of ice skating. Numerous ground-breaking decisions were made to enhance the sports and modernize the organization, marking the ISU’s entry into a transformative new era.
The Branch sessions for Speed Skating and Figure Skating took center stage on the third and fourth day of the ISU Congress, during which the Special Regulations and Technical Rules were discussed and voted on. These split sessions underscored the ISU’s commitment to addressing the individual needs in each discipline, while fostering major improvements for the growth of the ice-skating community.
On the second day of the ISU Congress, the assembly of delegates voted in favor of several major proposals advancing the modernization of ice-skating sports. Among these are a resolution to reform the ISU Constitution, the launch of the Short Track World Tour (evolution of the World Cup Series) and allowing manufacturers to appear on costumes and skates, opening up opportunities for fashion brands and skate manufacturers to partner with Figure Skaters.
The 59th ISU Congress opened today setting the stage for an ambitious and forward-looking agenda, expected to decisively shape the future of ice-skating sports. At the forefront of this inaugural day was the presentation by the ISU President, Jae Youl Kim, on the ISU Vision 2030 strategic plan, outlining major growth and innovation proposals to the 250 delegates from 65 countries present. The ISU Congress overwhelmingly voted in favor of the budget for 2024-2026, showing its support for Vision 2030 initiatives and marking the start of an exciting and game-changing future.
It is with regret and sorrow that the ISU learned of the passing of legendary Figure Skating coach Mr. Francis (Frank) M. Carroll who passed away at age 85 on June 9, 2024.