Russia’s Skating Ban Could Be Lifted At June's ISU Congress
The International Skating Union (ISU) may lift its ban on Russian athletes at the upcoming June Congress. This follows a recent decision by the International University Sports Federation to allow Russian and Belarusian student-athletes to compete under neutrality conditions. The potential reinstatement could mark a significant shift in the competitive landscape of figure skating, which has seen a rise in dominance from other nations since the ban was imposed in 2022.
- ▪The ISU has maintained a ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes since 2022 due to geopolitical tensions.
- ▪Recent decisions by other sports federations have begun to ease restrictions on Russian participation.
- ▪The FISU's decision allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in the 2027 World University Winter Games under specific neutrality conditions.
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BusinessSportsMoneyRussia’s Skating Ban Could Be Lifted At June's ISU CongressByCaroline Price,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olympic Sports Analyst and Published AuthorFollow AuthorMay 28, 2026, 05:12pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.BEIJING - FEBRUARY 17: Kamila Valieva of Russia in action during the Women's Ice Skating Free Program at the Winter Olympics on February 17th, 2022 in Beijing, China. (Photo by Simon Bruty/Anychance/Getty Images)Getty ImagesOne of skating’s historic powerhouses could soon return to the ice.
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