According to , the International Skating Union (ISU), in accordance with the regulations, may object to the Russian analogue of the Grand Prix in figure skating if the tournament with the participation of foreign athletes does not agree with him.
Earlier, reported that the Russian Figure Skating Federation (FFKKR) intends to hold its own analogue of the Grand Prix series next season with the participation of some foreign skaters. Later, this information was confirmed by the leadership of the federation.
At the same time, the Russian side may find it difficult to invite foreign skaters, as the ISU may oppose their participation in an uncoordinated tournament of international status. “” has contacted the union’s press service to clarify its position on this tournament.
At the moment it is known that the series will consist of six stages: in Moscow (21-23 October), Sochi (28-30 October), Kazan (4-6 November), Moscow (11-13 November), Samara (18- November 20) and Perm (November 25-27). Also in Sochi from March 3 to 5 will host the final.
Source : MatchTV
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