ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026: Nika Egadze Eyeing First Major Title After Topping Men’s Short Program
The stage is set for an exciting showdown at the ISU Figure Skating European Championships 2026 as Nika Egadze of Georgia is in prime position to capture his first major international title! After posting a tremendous score of 91.28 points in the men’s short program, Egadze has captured the spotlight ahead of Saturday’s highly-anticipated free skate in Sheffield.
Egadze’s impressive performance not only showcased his technical prowess but also highlighted his artistry on ice, pushing him ahead in a competitive field. Following closely behind, the Estonian brothers, Aleksandr Selevko and Mihhail Selevko, are posing a formidable challenge. Aleksandr secured second place with a score of 88.71, while Mihhail was just a hair’s breadth away from his brother, finishing third with 88.28 points.
Despite the excitement, the competition hasn’t been without its disappointments. Italian skater Matteo Rizzo settled into fourth place with 88.00 points, showcasing his own talent but far from the podium finish he aspired for. Meanwhile, French champion Kevin Aymoz faced an unfortunate outing, falling three times and ultimately failing to qualify for Saturday’s free skate, a bitter blow to his campaign.
All eyes will now be on the three leaders as they prepare for the free skate, where the stakes are higher and every point counts. Will Nika Egadze maintain his lead and clinch the coveted title or will EMU be shaken? Remember to tune in for all the action!
With the men’s short program results finalized, the final standings that were reminiscent of an intensity-filled competition are etched as follows:
1. Nika Egadze (GEO) 91.28
2. Aleksandr Selevko (EST) 88.71
3. Mihhail Selevko (EST) 88.28
4. Matteo Rizzo (ITA) 88.00
5. Daniel Grassl (ITA) 84.82
Stay tuned as more thrilling updates from the ISU Figure Skating European Championships will follow shortly.
