“I think it would be the right decision. It is in almost all sports. In tennis, young players can participate in a certain number of professional tournaments per season. But in tennis, age does not give a significant advantage In figure skating, on the contrary, age has a special meaning It is easier for children to perform complex elements, but as a result, at the age of 15-16 they already give the maximum level and then end their professional careers from a psychology and health perspective,” Kasatkina said.
It is expected that at the next congress of the International Figure Skating Federation, a gradual increase of the age limit from 15 to 17 years will be discussed.
Source: Sport
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