Get ready for the ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships 2026, taking place in Tallinn, Estonia, from March 3-8. This historic 50th event features 190 talented skaters, including Japan's star Shimada Mao. Catch all the action live on ISU's channels, with thrilling competitions in singles, pairs, and ice dance. Don't miss it!
Kaori Sakamoto, Japan's celebrated figure skater, is pivoting to coaching after narrowly missing Olympic gold at Milano Cortina 2026. With two silver medals under her belt, she plans to launch her coaching career in April, aiming to nurture future champions. Sakamoto emphasizes a "tough love" approach inspired by her own mentors.
The 2026 ISU Figure Skating World Championships in Prague will feature top stars, including Olympic medallists Ilia Malinin and Alysa Liu, both vying for their titles. Malinin seeks redemption after an eighth place finish at Milan Cortina 2026, while Liu aims to defend her crown. Don't miss the exciting roster of competitors!
In a shocking turn, Olympic champions Miura Riku and Kihara Ryuichi from Japan have announced their withdrawal from the 2026 World Figure Skating Championships in Prague due to a quick turnaround after the Olympics. The decision opens the door for new contenders as the title remains up for grabs March 24-29, 2026.
Milano Cortina 2026 has witnessed historical moments in figure skating, with Georgia and Brazil earning their first Winter Olympic medals. Georgian duo Anastasiia Metelkina and Luka Berulava secured silver in pairs, while Brazil’s Lucas Pinheiro Braathen claimed gold in men's giant slalom, marking South America’s inaugural Olympic triumph.
As anticipation builds for the French Alps 2030 Winter Olympics, meet the rising figure skating stars ready to shine. Among them, Japan's Shimada Mao, a three-time world junior champion who narrowly missed the Milano Cortina 2026 Games, and Nakata Rio, a former junior world titleholder aiming for Olympic glory. Don’t miss their journey!