Figure Skating Competition Returns & Grand Prix Season
Key Questions
Who is returning to Skate America this season?
Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin are returning at Skate America. U.S. National Team assignments have also been announced for the event.
What is happening with Russian and Belarusian skaters for upcoming seasons?
The ISU has reinstated Russian and Belarusian athletes as neutrals for 2026-27, though visa issues remain. Russian skater Zhilina has switched to Azerbaijan to bypass neutral status requirements.
What new events and changes are planned for figure skating?
Synchro9 will be added to the 2030 Olympics. The ISU announced combined Worlds in 2028 in Beijing and Grand Prix semifinals in 2027, with prize money doubled.
Alysa Liu and Ilia Malinin return at Skate America; U.S. National Team assignments announced. ISU reinstates Russian/Belarusian neutrals for 2026-27, visa issues remain. Russian skater Zhilina switches to Azerbaijan to bypass neutral status. Synchro9 added to 2030 Olympics. ISU announces combined Worlds 2028 in Beijing, Grand Prix semifinals 2027. Prize money doubled, scoring clarity promised. Skate Canada roster announced.